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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 317 (REAR SUSPENSION)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSUPPORT REAR DRIVE MODULE MOUNTING BUSHING REPLACEMENTREMOVAL

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8

Support Rear Drive Module Mounting Bushing Replacement: Removal

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8SECTION Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
Remove the production muffler and resonator as an assembly.
Remove the rear stabilizer shaft.
Remove the rear drive module bracket to support bolt and nut. Discard the nut.

Fig 1: Removing Drive Module Bracket Bolt & Nut
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Remove the rear drive module to rear drive module bolts and nuts. Discard the nuts.
Remove the rear drive module bracket from the vehicle.
Install the J-44866 to the support assembly in the following procedure:
1. Position the large part of the tool over the bushing flange and against the frame.
2. Install the bolt and washer.
3. Install the small part of the tool against the bushing.
4. Lube the threads of the J-44866 with extreme pressure (EP) lube.
  NOTE: Ensure the small end of the tool is aligned with the bushing.
5. Install the bearing, washer and nut.
6. Tighten the J-44866 in order to remove the bushing from the support assembly.
Fig 2: Using J-44866 To Remove/Install Rear Drive Module Bushing
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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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.