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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1565 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSLOWER CONTROL ARM REPLACEMENT (2500, 3500)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2

Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2SECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Identifying Lower Control Arm Components
    GM1870076Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the lower control arm (4).
  2. Install the lower control arm bolts (3).
  3. Install the washers (2).
    4. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  4. Install the lower control arm retaining nuts (1) and tighten to 175 N.m (129 lb ft).
  5. Install the lower ball joint in the steering knuckle.
    6. Fig 2: View Of Lower Ball Joint Retaining Nut
    GM830506Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the NEW lower ball joint retaining nut and tighten to 125 N.m (92 lb ft).
  7. Install the wheel drive shaft. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (2500) or Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (1500) .
  8. Install the shock module. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement (2500 Series) .
  9. Install the torsion bars. Refer to Torsion Bar and Support Assembly Replacement (Bushing Style)  or Torsion Bar and Support Assembly Replacement (Link Style) .
  10. Install the stabilizer shaft links to the lower control arm. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement (1500)  or Stabilizer Shaft Replacement (2500, 3500) .
  11. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  12. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
  13. Align the front end. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .
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