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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN C2500, 6.0 UREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1347 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSLOWER CONTROL ARM REPLACEMENT (2500)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 U

Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 USECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Identifying Lower Control Arm Components
    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 lower ball joint into the steering knuckle.
    6. Fig 2: View Of Lower Ball Joint Retaining Nut
    GM830506Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the NEW lower ball joint retaining nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten nuts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).

  7. Install the wheel drive shaft. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (2500) or Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (1500) .
  8. Install the shock absorber. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement (2500 Series) .
  9. Install the torsion bars. Refer to Torsion Bar and Support Assembly Replacement (Bushing Style)  or Torsion Bar and Support Assembly Replacement (Link Style) .
  10. Remove the support for the knuckle and upper control arm.
  11. Install the stabilizer shaft link to the lower control arm. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement (2500)  or Stabilizer Shaft Replacement (1500) .
  12. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  13. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
  14. Verify the front end alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .
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