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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1565 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING KNUCKLE REPLACEMENT (1500)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: View Of Steering Knuckle (1500)

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Install the lower ball joint in the knuckle. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement (2500, 3500) , Lower Control Arm Replacement (2500) or Lower Control Arm Replacement (1500) .
Install upper ball joint in the knuckle. Refer to Upper Control Arm Replacement (2500, 3500) or Upper Control Arm Replacement (1500) .
Install the outer tie rod end in the knuckle. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
Install the wheel bearing and hub assembly. Refer to Front Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (2500) or Front Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement (1500) .
Install the wheel drive shaft, if equipped. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (2500) or Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (1500) .
Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
Verify the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications .

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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.