Chevrolet 2001 Express Van Owner's Manual page 92

To open the front portion of a 60/40 door from the
inside, pull the handle towards you and push open
the door.
To open the rear portion of a 60/40 door from the
outside, pull the handle on the side of the rear door and
pull it towards you.
To close the 60/40 side doors, close the rear door first.
Then close the front door. Check to make sure that both
doors are completely closed.
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The front side swing out door has a check strap
assembly in the door frame to keep the door from
opening beyond 90 degrees.
To open the door beyond 90 degrees, close the door
partially, pull the check strap outward at the spring hole
and then open the door. When you close the door, the
check strap will automatically re
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engage.
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