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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1247 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSUPPER CONTROL ARM REPLACEMENT (1500)
2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2

Upper Control Arm Replacement (1500)

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2SECTION Upper Control Arm Replacement (1500)
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Fig 1: View Of Upper Control Arm (1500)
GM1688190Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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Preliminary Procedures

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
1 Upper Ball Joint Nut
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Procedure

  1. Disconnect the electronic suspension control link connector.
  2. Place a suitable support under the lower control arm and load the suspension.
  3. Use the J-42188-B  to separate the ball joint from the steering knuckle. See Special Tools .

Tighten:  50 N.m (37 lb ft)


Special Tool: 
J-42188-B  Ball Joint Separator. See Special Tools .
2 Wheel Speed Sensor Wire Bolt

Tighten:  10 N.m (89 lb ft)
3 Brake Hose/Wheel Speed Sensor Harness Retainer Bolt

Tighten:  9 N.m (80 lb in)
4 Upper Control Arm Nut (Qty: 4)

Tighten:  190 N.m (140 lb ft)
5 Upper Control Arm Alignment Cam (Qty: 4)
6 Upper Control Arm Bolt (Qty: 2)
7 Upper Control Arm
Tip:  Verify wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.