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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDED, 5.0 MREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 598 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT (W/F55)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Passenger Extended, 5.0 M

Installation Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Passenger Extended, 5.0 MSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install the J 43822  to the shock absorber.
  2. Install the insulator and insulator retainer to the shock absorber.
    Fig 1: Installing Insulator, Insulator Retainer And Nut To Upper Shock Shaft
    G01419432Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Position the shock absorber between the upper shock support and lower control arm.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  4. Install the insulator, insulator retainer and nut to the upper shock shaft.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nut to 26 N.m (19 lb ft).

  5. Remove the J 43822  from the shock absorber.
  6. Using the J 33432-A  , compress the coil spring.
  7. Raise the lower control arm to the shock absorber lower mounting and install the bolts and nuts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nut to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).

  8. Remove the J 33432-A  from the coil spring.
  9. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
  10. Lower the vehicle.
  11. Connect the ESC harness connector. Check the connection by lightly pulling upwards on the connector.
    Fig 2: Connecting ESC Harness Connector
    G01419431Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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