Removal Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Removal Procedure
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  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Remove the retaining bolt for the brake hose and the wheel speed sensor brackets.
  4. Remove the nut at the upper ball joint. Discard the nut.
  5. Fig 1: View Of Special Tool At Upper Ball Joint & Steering Knuckle
    GM1809939Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Disconnect the upper control arm from the steering knuckle using the J-42188-BΒ  . See Special ToolsΒ .
  7. Fig 2: View Of Upper Control Arm & Components
    GM793281Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the upper control arm nuts and the adjustment cams.
  9. Remove the upper control arm.
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.