Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 6.0 USECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: View Of Transmission Crossmember
    GM702036Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the transmission support to the frame. (15 series)
  2. Fig 2: Identifying Crossmember & Bolts
    GM652595Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the transmission support to the frame. (25/35 series)
  4. NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICES .
  5. Install the bolts and the nuts in order to retain the transmission support to the frame.

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the nuts to 95 N.m (70 lb ft).

  6. Lower the rear of the transmission.
  7. Fig 3: Identifying Transmission Mount Nuts
    GM647997Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the transmission mount to the transmission support.
  9. Install the nuts in order to retain the transmission mount to the transmission support.

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the nuts to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).

  10. Remove the transmission jack.
  11. Lower the vehicle.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.