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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN C1500, 5.3 ZREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1034 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSLOWER CONTROL ARM REPLACEMENT (2500, 3500)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 Z

Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 ZSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 GMC Sierra and 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: Lower Control Arm
    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. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  4. Install the lower control arm retaining nuts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten nuts to 175 N.m (129 lb ft).

  5. Install the torsion bars. Refer to Torsion Bar and Support Assembly Replacement (Bushing Style) .
  6. Install the lower ball joint in the steering knuckle.
  7. Install the wheel drive shaft. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (2500) .
    8. Fig 2: Removing/Installing The Lower Ball Joint Retaining Nut
    GM830506Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the lower ball joint retaining nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten nuts to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).

  9. Install the shock module. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement (2500 Series) .
  10. Remove the support for the knuckle and upper control arm.
  11. Install the stabilizer shaft links to the lower control arm. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement (1500)  or Stabilizer Shaft Replacement (2500, 3500) .
  12. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  13. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
  14. Align the front end. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .
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