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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDEDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 198 (REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCOIL SPRING 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 Cadillac STS. 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 .
- Disconnect the automatic level control sensor link from the upper control arm.
- Disconnect the head lamp adjustment link from the upper control arm.
- Support and raise the lower control arm using a suitable jack.
- Remove the shock absorber lower mounting bolt.
- Lower the lower control arm and remove the support.
- Support the rear frame with a suitable jack.
IMPORTANT:
Remove the frame bolts from the side that the coil spring is being replaced on.
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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.