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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 768 (STEERING LINKAGE (NON-RACK & PINION))REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSIDLER 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
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    Fig 1: Removing The Idler Arm
    GM340442Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Position the idler arm (2) on the frame.
    2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  2. Install the frame bolts (3) and the nuts (1) to the idler arm.

    Tighten:  Tighten the frame bolts or nuts to 99 N.m (73 lb ft).

    3. Fig 2: Steering Linkage Components
    GM340481Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the relay rod (9) to the idler arm ball stud (1).

    Ensure the seal is on the stud.

    4. Fig 3: Seating The Idler Arm Tapers
    GM689037Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Use the J 29193  in order to seat the tapers. See Special Tools .

    Tighten:  Tighten the J 29193  or the J 29194  to 54 N.m (40 lb ft). See Special Tools  in order to seat the tapers.

  5. Install the new idler arm ball stud prevailing torque nut to the idler arm ball stud.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 62 N.m (46 lb ft).

  6. Install the engine protection shield, if equipped. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement .
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Check the wheel alignment. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment .
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