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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 545 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTRUT, STRUT COMPONENT AND/OR SPRING REPLACEMENTASSEMBLY PROCEDURE

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

Assembly Procedure

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

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the coil spring and upper strut mount to the J 45400 . See Special Tools and Equipment .

Fig 1: View Of Compressor Forcing Screw & Coil Spring

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Turn the spring compressor forcing screw (1) until the coil spring is compressed.
Install the strut to the coil spring and upper strut mount.
Loosely install the strut retaining nut.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Use a 45 TORX® socket in order to hold the strut shaft. Use the J 42991 to install the upper strut mount nut. See Special Tools and Equipment .
Tighten: Tighten the strut mount nut to 85 N.m (63 lb ft).
Remove the strut from the J 45400 . See Special Tools and Equipment .
Install the strut to the vehicle. Refer to Strut Assembly Replacement .

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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.