GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1997 🢒 Chevy P62 Commercial Chassis 🢒 Suspension 🢒 Rear Suspension 🢒 Shock Absorber Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 26528 Size: SH
  1. Remove the lower mounting bolt, the washer and the nut.

    2. Object Number: 26526 Size: SH
  2. Remove the upper mounting bolt, the washer and the nut.

    3. Object Number: 26524 Size: SH
  3. Remove the shock absorber from the frame.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 26524 Size: SH
  1. Install the shock absorber to the frame.

    2. Object Number: 26526 Size: SH
  2. Install the upper mounting bolt, the washer and the nut.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the upper shock absorber mounting bolt and the nut to 140 N·m (103 lb ft).

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.


    Object Number: 26528 Size: SH
  3. Install the shock absorber to the spring.
  4. Install the lower mounting bolt, the washer and the nut.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the lower shock absorber mounting bolt and the nut to 140 N·m (103 lb ft).