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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 445 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFRONT COIL SPRINGS 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 2004 GMC Sierra, 2004 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2004 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install the coil spring and the insulator to the lower control arm.
    2. Fig 1: Raising The Transmission Jack In Order To Compress The Front Coil Spring
    GM357518Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Raise the transmission jack in order to compress the front coil spring. It may be necessary to use a pry bar in order to guide the lower control arm into position.
    3. Fig 2: Installing The Front Pivot Bolt
    GM348372Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the front pivot bolt.
  4. Install the rear pivot bolt.
    5. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Install the lower control arm pivot nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the pivot bolt nuts to 145 N.m (107 lb ft).

  6. Lower the jack. Remove the J 23028-15  from the control arm.
  7. Install the front stabilizer shaft link. Refer toStabilizer Shaft Replacement .
  8. Install the shock absorber. Refer toShock Absorber Replacement (4WD) Shock Absorber Replacement (RWD) .
  9. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
    10. Fig 3: Identifying Oil Pan Skid Plate
    GM309158Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the engine protection shield, if equipped. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement in Frame and Underbody.
  11. Lower the vehicle.
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