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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 REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8
Support Replacement: Installation
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8SECTION Installation
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.
- Position the support assembly to the vehicle. See Figure.
- Install the support to body bolts. Tighten the support to body bolts to 170 N.m (125 lb ft).
- Connect the toe link to the support assembly. See TOE LINK REPLACEMENT .
- Connect the upper control arm to the support assembly. Refer to REAR AXLE UPPER CONTROL ARM REPLACEMENT .
- Install the lower control arm to the support assembly. Refer to REAR AXLE LOWER CONTROL ARM BUSHING REPLACEMENT .
- Install the stabilizer shaft. Refer to STABILIZER SHAFT REPLACEMENT .
- If equipped with all wheel drive, install the rear drive axle. Refer to DIFFERENTIAL REPLACEMENT in REAR DRIVE AXLE .
- Install the exhaust muffler and resonator assembly.
- Install the tires and wheels.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Check the rear alignment.
- For 2003 models, refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
- For 2004 models, refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
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When to See a Mechanic
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.