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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 214 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTABILIZER SHAFT REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION 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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NOTE: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
  1. Install the stabilizer shaft insulator clamp studs, if removed (2500 series w/8500 and 8600 GVW and 3500 series).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the studs to 25 N.m (18 ft lbs).

    Important:  Place the stabilizer shaft insulators on the stabilizer shaft with the slits facing toward the front of the vehicle.

    Fig 1: Installing Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Clamps & Mounting Bolts (1500 and 2500 series w/7300 GVW)
    G01269647Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the stabilizer shaft insulators (5) to the stabilizer shaft (2) (2500 series w/8500 and 8600 GVW and 3500 series).
  3. Install the stabilizer shaft (2) (2500 series w/8500 and 8600 GVW and 3500 series).
  4. Install the stabilizer shaft clamps (4) over the insulators and the stabilizer shaft (2) (2500 series w/8500 and 8600 GVW and 3500 series).
  5. Install stabilizer shaft insulator clamps mounting nuts (3) (2500 series w/8500 and 8600 GVW and 3500 series).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nuts to 46 N.m (34 ft lbs).

    Important:  Place the stabilizer shaft insulators on the stabilizer shaft with the slits facing toward the front of the vehicle.

  6. Install the stabilizer shaft insulators (2) (1500 and 2500 series w/7300 GVW).
  7. Install the stabilizer shaft (5) (1500 and 2500 series w/7300 GVW).
  8. Install the stabilizer shaft clamps (3) (1500 and 2500 series w/7300 GVW).
  9. Install the stabilizer shaft insulator clamps mounting bolts (4) (1500 and 2500 series w/7300 GVW).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 ft lbs).

  10. Install the stabilizer shaft links. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
  11. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels .
  12. Lower the vehicle.
    Fig 2: Installing Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Clamps & Mounting Bolts (2500 series w/8500 and 8600 GVW and 3500 series)
    G01269648Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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