Removal Procedure

2019 Chevrolet Express 2500 Base, Van Cargo Extended, 6.0L Eng VIN GSECTION Removal Procedure
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  1. Remove the left windshield garnish molding and right side windshield garnish molding. Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement
  2. Remove the left side body hinge pillar trim panel and right side body hinge pillar trim panel. Body Hinge Pillar Trim Panel Replacement
  3. GM4824438

    Instrument Panel Knee Bolster-Right Side(1) - Remove - Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement (Left Side)Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement (Right Side)

  4. GM4824075

    Instrument Panel Knee Bolster-Left Side(1) - Remove - Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement (Left Side)Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement (Right Side)

  5. GM4826301

    Steering Column(1) - Remove - Steering Column Replacement

  6. GM4826303

    Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate(1) - Remove - Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Replacement

  7. GM4834016

    Instrument Cluster(2) - Remove - Instrument Cluster Replacement

  8. GM4840731

    Heater and Air Conditioning Control(2) - Remove - Heater and Air Conditioning Control Replacement

  9. GM4831195

    Radio(2) - Remove - Radio Replacement

  10. GM4829960

    Instrument Panel Extension(1) - Remove - Instrument Panel Extension Replacement

  11. GM4831159

    Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel(1) - Remove - Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Replacement

  12. GM3819898

    Instrument Panel Trim Pad(2) - Remove - Instrument Panel Trim Pad Replacement

  13. GM4870786

    Instrument Panel Airbag Module(2) - Remove - Instrument Panel Airbag Replacement

  14. GM4854159

    Engine Cover(1) - Remove - Engine Cover Replacement

  15. GM4842920

    Instrument Panel Carrier(1) - Remove - Instrument Panel Carrier Replacement

  16. GM4901491

    Heater Core Cover Screw (1) - Remove[3x]

  17. GM4901493

    Heater Core Cover Screw (1) - Remove

  18. GM4870570

    Cut the heater core cover (1) at the cut line indicated by the arrows using the appropriate tool.

  19. GM4901500

    Heater Core Upper Cover (1) - Remove

  20. GM4910248

    Defroster Valve (1) @ Defrost Valve Actuator (2) - Remove

  21. Defroster Valve (1) - Remove
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:

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