GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Important: When lifting the vehicle to service the torsion bars or related components, DO NOT lift the vehicle by the front suspension. Use the appropriate hoist and lift the vehicle by the frame.

    Important: This procedure requires the removal of both torsion bars.

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
  2. Remove the torsion bars. Refer to Torsion Bar Replacement.
  3. Remove the bushing from the bracket utilizing a bushing driver or the equivalent.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the bushing to the bracket utilizing a bushing driver or the equivalent.
  2. Install the torsion bars. Refer to Torsion Bar Replacement.
  3. Remove the safety stands.
  4. Lower the vehicle.
  5. Measure the Z height. Refer to Trim Height Inspection.
  6. Turn the adjustment bolt clockwise to increase the Z height and counterclockwise to lower the Z height.