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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDEDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 305 (FRAME AND UNDERBODY)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSASSIST STEP REPLACEMENT (POWER)
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended

Assist Step Replacement (Power)

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger ExtendedSECTION Assist Step Replacement (Power)
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Fig 1: View Of Power Assist Step & Bolts
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Preliminary Procedures

  1. Deploy the power assist step.
  2. Mark the location of the front T-slotted bracket and measure to the front of the assist step with a grease pencil and tape measure.
  3. Transfer the measurement to the new assist step with the grease pencil and tape measure.
  4. Mark the location of the rear T-slotted bracket and measure to the rear of the assist step with a grease pencil and tape measure.
  5. Transfer the measurement to the new assist step with the grease pencil and tape measure.
1 Power Assist Step Bolt (Qty: 4)
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten:  12 N.m (106 lb in)
2 Power Assist Step
IMPORTANT: It is essential to make the measurements in the preliminary procedures or the power assist steps may not be aligned to the body properly.

Tip:  Transfer any parts as needed.
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.