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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN C2500, 6.0 UREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1767 (REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSWHEEL STUD REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION 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: View Of Wheel Nut & Studs

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Position the wheel stud in the rear axle shaft.
Using washers and a wheel nut, tighten the wheel nut until the wheel stud is firmly seated in the rear axle shaft.
Remove the wheel nut and the washers.
Install the rear axle hub assembly, if removed. Refer to Rear Axle Hub, Bearing, Cup, and/or Seal Replacement .
Install the brake rotor. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (JD9) or Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (JH6) or Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (JH7) .
Install the rear brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement .
Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.

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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.