Installation Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended, 6.5 FSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Transverse Spring, Nuts & Bolts
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  1. Position the rear transverse spring to the lower control arms.
  2. Install the transverse spring bolts (2), insulators and nuts.
  3. Fig 2: J 33432-A & Spring
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  4. Release and remove J 33432-AΒ  from the transverse spring.
  5. Fig 3: Measuring The Spring Stud Height
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  6. Set the transverse spring stud height (1) to the height measured during removal.
  7. Install the retainers to the bolts.
  8. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  9. Lower the vehicle.
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