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1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic

Removal Procedure

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Savana Special, 2002 GMC Savana Camper Special, 2002 GMC Savana, and 2002 Chevrolet Chevy Express. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the rear passenger seats as needed. Refer to SEAT REPLACEMENT - REAR BENCH (ALL EXCEPT LUXURY) or SEAT REPLACEMENT - REAR BENCH (LUXURY Y91) .
  2. Remove the passenger side rear corner trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Right Rear Corner .
  3. Grasp and gently pull the passenger side body side trim panel in order to disengage the retaining clips.
  4. Remove the passenger side body side trim panel from the vehicle.
  5. Inspect the passenger side body side trim panel for broken or missing retaining clips. Replace the clips as needed.
    Fig 1: Removing Passenger Side Body Side Trim Panel
    G01737383Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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