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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDED, 5.0 MREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 931 (STEERING LINKAGE (NON-RACK & PINION))REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING LINKAGE SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION 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

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Fig 1: Steering Damper Components

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Install the shock absorber (4).
Install the mounting bolt (5) and a new prevailing torque nut (6).
Install the shock absorber ball stud (2) to the relay rod (3).

Fig 2: Seating The Idler Arm Tapers

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Refer to Fastener Notice .
Install the J 29193 .
Tighten the steering linkage installer in order to seat the ball stud in the relay rod.
Tighten

Tighten the installer to 54 N.m (40 lb ft).
Remove the J 29193 .
Install the prevailing torque nuts.
Tighten
- Tighten the shock absorber mounting nut to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
- Tighten the ball stud nut to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
Install the engine protection shield, if equipped. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement .
Lower the vehicle.

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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.