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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1632 (REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSLEAF SPRING REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2

Removal Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2SECTION Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 GMC Sierra, 2009 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2009 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Support the rear axle independently in order to relieve the tension on the leaf springs.
Remove the trailer hitch, if equipped. Refer to Trailer Hitch Replacement (Light Duty) or Trailer Hitch Replacement (Heavy Duty) .

NOTE: For the 3500 Cab chassis vehicles, the auxiliary fuel tank must be removed to service the left or right rear shackle bolts.

Remove the fuel tank assembly.
- For the fuel tank, refer to Fuel Tank Replacement (Pickup) , Fuel Tank Replacement (Cab/Chassis - Front) or Fuel Tank Replacement (Cab/Chassis - Rear) .
- For the auxiliary fuel tank, refer to Auxiliary Fuel Tank Replacement .

Fig 1: View Of Rear Axle, Spacers, Spring Plates & U-Bolts

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Remove the U-bolt nuts.
Remove the U-bolts and discard.
Remove the spring spacer.
Remove the anchor plate.
Remove the rear leaf spring shackle bolts and nuts. Refer to Spring Shackle Replacement .

Fig 2: View Of Front Spring Bracket Nut & Bolt

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Remove the front bolt and nuts.
Remove the leaf spring assembly from the vehicle.

NOTE: The following step is for replacement the shackle only. The shackle does not have to be replaced if removing the rear leaf to service other chassis or suspension components items.

Remove the rear leaf spring shackle, if needed. Refer to Spring Shackle Replacement .

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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.