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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 349 (REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCOIL SPRING REPLACEMENT (FRONT WHEEL DRIVE W/OUT AXLE)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic

Installation Procedure

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Aztek and 2003 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install the coil spring.
  2. Use the utility jack in order to raise the lower control arm and load the suspension.
  3. Use the J 41820 in order to connect the ball joint to the knuckle.
  4. Install the stabilizer link to the lower control arm.
  5. Use the utility jack in order to support the lower control arm.
  6. Install the ABS electrical connector mounting bracket.
  7. Connect the ABS electrical connector.
  8. Install the brake caliper mounting bracket.
  9. Install the parking brake cable mounting bracket.
  10. Install the brake calipers.
  11. Install the wheel and tire assemblies.
  12. Lower the vehicle.
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