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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1319 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING KNUCKLE REPLACEMENT (AWD)INSTALLATION 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

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Install the steering knuckle to the lower control arm ball stud.

Fig 1: View Of Lower Control Arm Ball Stud-To-Steering Knuckle Retaining Nut

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Install a new lower control arm ball stud retaining nut. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement (RWD) or Lower Control Arm Replacement (AWD) .

Fig 2: View Of Upper Control Arm Ball Stud-To-Steering Knuckle Retaining Nut

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Install the upper control arm ball stud to the steering knuckle.
Install a new upper control arm ball stud retaining nut. Refer to Shock Module Replacement .

Fig 3: View Of Brake Hose Bracket-To-Steering Knuckle Retaining Bolts

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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.