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2011 GMC Savana Special 4.8 A

Installation Procedure

2011 GMC Savana Special 4.8 ASECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 GMC Savana and 2011 Chevrolet Chevy Express. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: Lower Control Arm, Coil Spring & Insulator
    GM832349Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the coil spring insulator to the coil spring.
  2. Using the appropriate tool, compress the coil spring.
    3. NOTE:

    The flat end of the coil spring and the upper insulator goes up into the shock tower and the pointed end of the coil spring goes on the lower control arm. Align coil spring so that end of the coil spring is seated in the pocket in the lower control arm.

  3. Install the coil spring and insulator to the lower control arm.
  4. Raise the lower control arm into position and place a suitable safety jack under the lower control arm rear leg near the bushing.
    5. Fig 2: Installing Lower Control Arm Pivot, Bolt, Retaining Nuts & Washers
    GM1238060Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the rear pivot bolt.
  6. Install the front pivot bolt.
    7. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  7. Install the lower control arm pivot bolt retaining nuts and washers.
    • W/O 14050/12300 GVW, tighten the nuts to 155 N.m (114 lb ft).
    • With 14050/12300 GVW, tighten the nuts to 120 N.m (89 lb ft) plus an additional 175°.
    • With Diesel Engine, tighten the nuts to 120 N.m (89 lb ft) plus an additional 175°.
    8. Fig 3: Compressing Front Coil Springs
    GM1237715Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the coil spring compressor tool from the coil spring.
  9. Install the front stabilizer shaft link. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement .
  10. Install the shock absorber. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement (RWD) , Shock Absorber Replacement (4WD) .
  11. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  12. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
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