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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 348 (STEERING LINKAGE (NON-RACK & PINION))REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSIDLER ARM 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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Position the idler arm (2) on the frame.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the frame bolts (3) and the nuts (1) to the idler arm.
Tighten

Tighten the frame bolts to 99 N.m (73 lb ft).

Fig 1: Installing Idler Arm Frame, Bolts & Nuts
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the relay rod (9) to the idler arm ball stud (1).
Ensure the seal is on the stud.

Fig 2: Installing Relay Rod To Idler Arm Ball Stud
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Use the J 29193 in order to seat the tapers.
Tighten

Tighten the J 29193 or the J 29194 to 54 N.m (40 lb ft) in order to seat the tapers.
Install the new idler arm ball stud prevailing torque nut to the idler arm ball stud.
Tighten

Tighten the nut to 62 N.m (46 lb ft).
Install the engine protection shield, if equipped.
Lower the vehicle.
Check the wheel alignment. Refer to MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITH REAR WHEEL STEERING) or MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITHOUT REAR WHEEL STEERING) in Wheel Alignment.

Fig 3: Seating Tapers Using J 29193
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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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.