Removal Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Removal Procedure
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    Fig 1: View Of Shock-To-Yoke Retaining Bolt
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  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Remove the shock to yoke retaining nut.
  4. Remove the shock to yoke retaining bolt by pulling up slightly on the lower control arm to remove the pressure on the bolt.
  5. Fig 2: View Of Yoke-To-Lower Control Arm Retaining Nut
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  6. Remove the yoke to lower control arm retaining nut.
  7. Fig 3: View Of Shock Module Yoke & Lower Control Arm
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  8. Using the J 24319-BΒ  , separate the yoke from the lower control arm.
  9. Fig 4: View Of Yoke
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  10. Remove the yoke from 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:

  • 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.