J & D Upholstery & Supply
1-662-335-9461
Auto Interior & Interior Supply
The New body 99 to classic body 06 GM full size,Silverado Tahoe Silverado Avalanche
are the same in structure , the differences are in color and some early years had a note
pad on the lid. Most had the vinyl on the lid buy a few mostly GMC had cloth.  These
have 3 known problems, most common is a broken hinge next is a break under the
location you lay your arm or the button does not function correctly. All can be repaired
with a lid repair kit except the button problems.  If you are willing to do a little remove
and install then the repair kit is best for you. Cost for those is $149.The bottom half of
the hinge thats on the storage must not be damaged in order for the lid repair to work,
To replace the complete lid assembly you simply slide your front seats back as far
as they will go and recline fully. Remove the T40 torx head bolt on the drivers side and
the 2 10mm bolts under the flap on the pass side. Reinstall on the new and you are
To replace the lid using the lid repair kit.
1. Remove the complete lid assembly as instructed above
2. Open compartment and with a flatblade screwdriver pry off interior panel.
3. Push hinge pin out with a punch or pull with vice grips
4. Discard old top
5. install new lid pin and springs as shown in photo
6. Make sure lid opens and folds correctly
7. Lay on table as in photo to install interior panel
8. Reinstall the 3 bolts that holds compartment on.
Remove these 3 bolts to remove lid assembly