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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 (WITHOUT RPO SLT)
2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD WT, 2D Pickup, 6.0L Eng VIN G, RWD, Gas
Knee Bolster Replacement (Without RPO SLT)
2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD WT, 2D Pickup, 6.0L Eng VIN G, RWD, GasSECTION Knee Bolster Replacement (Without RPO SLT)
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| Callout | Component Name |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Procedure: Remove the park brake release handle assembly from the knee bolster. Refer to Parking Brake Release Handle Assembly Replacement . |
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| 1 | Instrument Panel Left 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 | Knee Bolster Screw (Qty: 2)
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution
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Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in) |
| 3 | Knee Bolster Assembly Tip:
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| 4 | Retainer Clip (Qty: 3) |
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.