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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2018SILVERADO 2500 HD WT, 2D PICKUP, 6.0L ENG VIN G, RWD, GASREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1288 (INSTRUMENT PANEL TRIM AND CONSOLE TRIM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSKNEE BOLSTER REPLACEMENT (WITH RPO SLT)
2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD WT, 2D Pickup, 6.0L Eng VIN G, RWD, Gas

Knee Bolster Replacement (With RPO SLT)

2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD WT, 2D Pickup, 6.0L Eng VIN G, RWD, GasSECTION Knee Bolster Replacement (With RPO SLT)
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Fig 1: View Of Knee Bolster Assembly & Components
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Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Remove the left instrument panel outer trim cover. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement (with RPO SLT)  or Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement (without RPO SLT) .
  2. Remove the park brake release handle. Refer to Parking Brake Release Handle Assembly Replacement .
1 Knee Bolster Assembly Screws (Qty: 2)
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten:  2 N.m (18 lb in)
2 Knee Bolster Assembly

Procedure

  1. Disconnect the electrical connections. If applicable
  2. When replacing the knee bolster assembly, transfer all necessary components.
3 Retainer Clips (Qty: 4)
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.