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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 769 (REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSLEAF SPRING 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
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- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Support the rear axle independently in order to relieve the tension on the leaf springs.
- Remove the trailer hitch, if equipped. Refer to Trailer Hitch Replacement .
- Remove the fuel tank for left side applications. Refer to one of the following:
- Fuel Tank Replacement (4.3L)
- Fuel Tank Replacement (Pickup) or Fuel Tank Replacement (1500 Crew Cab) or Fuel Tank Replacement (Cab/Chassis - Front) or Fuel Tank Replacement (Cab/Chassis - Rear) (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L)
- Fuel Tank Replacement (Pickup) or Fuel Tank Replacement (Cab/Chassis - Front) or Fuel Tank Replacement (Cab/Chassis - Rear) (6.6L (LLY))
- Fuel Tank Replacement (Pickup) or Fuel Tank Replacement (Cab/Chassis - Front) or Fuel Tank Replacement (Cab/Chassis - Rear) (8.1L)
- Remove the U-bolt nuts.
- Remove the U-bolts.
- Remove the spring spacer.
- Remove the anchor plate.
- Remove the rear spring hanger bracket nut and bolt.
- Remove the front spring bracket bolt.
- Remove the leaf spring assembly from the vehicle.
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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.