GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes
🢒
Chevrolet
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2009
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Express - AWD
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Suspension
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Suspension General Diagnosis
🢒 Shock Absorber Replacement
Shock Absorber Replacement RWD
Removal Procedure
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
Support the lower control arm with a jack stand.
Remove the shock absorber nut and bushing.
Remove the shock absorber lower mounting bolts.
Remove the shock absorber from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
Install the shock absorber to the vehicle.
Align the shock absorber with the mounting holes in the lower control arm.
Caution:
Refer to
Fastener Caution
in the Preface section.
Install the shock absorber lower mounting bolts and tighten to
25 N·m (18 lb ft)
.
Install the shock absorber upper retaining nut and bushing and tighten to
20 N·m (15 lb ft)
.
Remove the safety stands.
Lower the vehicle.
Dispose of the shock absorber. Refer to
Shock Absorber Disposal
.
Shock Absorber Replacement 4WD
Removal Procedure
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
Support the lower control arm with a jack stand.
Remove the shock absorber upper retaining nut and bushing.
Remove the shock absorber lower mounting bolt.
Remove the shock absorber.
Installation Procedure
Install the shock absorber. Insert the stem through the hole in the shock tower.
Align the shock absorber with the mounting holes in the lower control arm.
Caution:
Refer to
Fastener Caution
in the Preface section.
Install the shock absorber lower mounting bolt and nut and tighten to
80 N·m (59 lb ft)
.
Install the shock absorber upper retaining nut and bushing and tighten to
20 N·m (15 lb ft)
.
Remove the safety stands.
Lower the vehicle.
Dispose of the shock absorber. Refer to
Shock Absorber Disposal
.