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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDEDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 138 (REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSTRAILING ARM REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended

Removal Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger ExtendedSECTION Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

Fig 1: Identifying Trailing Arm Bracket And Body Bolts

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Remove the trailing arm bracket to body bolts.

Fig 2: Identifying Trailing Arm And Knuckle Bolts

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Remove the trailing arm to knuckle through bolt.
Disconnect the parking brake cable from the trailing arm. Refer to Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement (Disc Brakes) .
Remove the trailing arm from the vehicle.

Fig 3: Removing Trailing Arm, Bracket Bolt And Nut

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Remove the trailing arm to bracket bolt and nut.
Remove the trailing arm from the bracket.

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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.