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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1249 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSLOWER CONTROL ARM REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6

Installation Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the rear lower control arm bushing. Refer to Front Lower Control Arm Bushing Replacement .
Position the lower control arm to the frame assembly and steering knuckle.

Fig 1: Identifying Ball Stud And Steering Knuckle

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Note the previous orientation and install the a new ball stud to the steering knuckle pinch bolt. Hand tighten only.

Fig 2: Identifying Lower Control Arm Rear Bushing To Frame Bolts And Nuts

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Install the front bushing to frame bolt and nut. Hand tighten only.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the rear bushing to frame bolts and nuts.
Tighten:
1. Tighten the ball stud to steering knuckle pinch nut to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
  Reverse the nut 3/4 of a turn.
  
  Tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft) + 30 degrees.
2. Tighten the nuts and the bolts with the front suspension loaded by using the proper jackstand.
3. Tighten the front bushing to frame bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft) plus 90 degrees.
4. Tighten the rear bushing to frame nuts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft) plus 90 degrees.
If equipped with a LX9 engine, perform one of the following steps:
- If the right lower control arm was removed, install the engine mount. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement .
- If the left lower control arm was removed, install the side transmission mount. Refer to Transmission Mount Replacement - Left Side (W/L61) or Transmission Mount Replacement - Left Side (W/LZ4) .
Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
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.