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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 REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6

Removal Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 GMC Sierra, 2006 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2006 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: Do not attempt to free the ball stud by using a pickle fork or wedge type tool, because seal or bushing damage could result. Use the proper tool to separate all ball joints.
  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
    2. Fig 1: Steering Linkage Components
    GM340481Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the engine protection shield, if equipped. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement .
  3. Remove the idler arm ball stud nut (10).

    Do not reuse the idler arm ball stud nut.

    4. Fig 2: Removing Outer Tie Rod Assembly From Steering Knuckle
    GM643351Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the idler arm from the relay rod using the J 24319-B  . See Special Tools .
    5. Fig 3: Removing The Idler Arm
    GM340442Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the idler arm frame bolts (3) and the nuts (1).
  6. Remove the idler arm (2) from the vehicle.
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