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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 587 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT (W/O F55)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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    Fig 1: Lower Shock Absorber & Bolts
    GM65335Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the retainer and insulator to the shock absorber.
  2. Install the shock absorber to the upper shock tower.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the upper insulator, retainer, and nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the shock absorber upper mounting nut to 26 N.m (19 lb ft).

  4. Install the shock absorber lower mounting bolts and nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the shock absorber lower mounting nuts to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).

    5. Fig 2: Shock Absorber ESC Harness Connector
    GM581266Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Connect the electronic suspension control electrical connector to the shock, if equipped.
  6. Remove J 33432-A  from the spring. See Special Tools and Equipment .
  7. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  8. Lower the vehicle.
  9. For vehicles equipped with heavy duty shocks (FE3) perform the following steps.
    1. Install the J 43822  to the shock absorber. See Special Tools and Equipment .
    2. Install the shock absorber into the vehicle.
    3. Install the upper insulator, retainer, and nut.

      Tighten:  Tighten the shock absorber upper mounting nut to 26 N.m (19 lb ft).

    4. Remove J 43822  from the shock absorber. See Special Tools and Equipment .
    5. Install J 33432-A  to the spring and compress. See Special Tools and Equipment .
    6. Raise the lower control arm and install the shock absorber lower mounting bolts and nuts.

      Tighten:  Tighten the shock absorber lower mounting nuts to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).

    7. Remove J 33432-A  from the spring. See Special Tools and Equipment .
    8. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
    9. Lower the vehicle.
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