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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDEDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 186 (FRAME AND UNDERBODY)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFRONT FRAME REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended

Installation Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger ExtendedSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Cadillac STS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install the lower control arm to the frame. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement (RWD) or Lower Control Arm Replacement (AWD) .
  2. Install the stabilizer shaft to the frame. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement .

    Do not tighten the stabilizer shaft mounting bolts at this time.

    3. Fig 1: Identifying Front Frame Supported On Frame Support Table
    GM819203Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. With the aid of an assistant, position and secure the new frame assembly to the support fixture.
  4. With the aid of an assistant, carefully lower the body to the frame.
  5. Ensure the following components are clear from the frame:
    • The electrical harness
    • The steering knuckle assembly
    • The brake pipes
    6. Fig 2: Identifying Frame Mounting Bolts
    GM822362Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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