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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDEDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 415 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSHOCK ABSORBER AND SPRING ASSEMBLY 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 2009 Cadillac STS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: View Of Shock Module
    GM1209263Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the shock module to the vehicle.
    2. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  2. Install the shock module upper mounting bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 112 N.m (83 lb ft).

  3. Vehicles equipped with ESC, connect the damper coil harness connector.
  4. Raise the vehicle.
    5. Fig 2: View Of Upper Control Arm Ball Stud-To-Steering Knuckle Retaining Nut
    GM1209256Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the upper control arm to the steering knuckle.
  6. Install the upper control arm to steering knuckle retaining nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 80 N.m (59 lb ft).

  7. Vehicles equipped with ESC, or automatic headlamp aiming, connect the suspension position sensor link rod to the upper control arm.
  8. Install the shock yoke. Refer to Front Shock Absorber Yoke Replacement (RWD)  or Front Shock Absorber Yoke Replacement (AWD) .
  9. Install the shock to the yoke.
  10. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  11. Lower the vehicle.
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