GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 2001 🢒 GMC C Sierra - 2WD 🢒 Suspension 🢒 Suspension General Diagnosis 🢒 Rear Axle Lower Control Arm Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

    2. Object Number: 545535 Size: SH
  2. Remove the lower control arm retaining nuts.
  3. Remove the lower control arm retaining bolt.
  4. Remove the lower control arm.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 545535 Size: SH
  1. Install the lower control arm.
  2. Install the lower control arm retaining bolts.

    3. 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.

    Important: Do not tighten the bolts unless the suspension is at the ride height.

  3. Install the lower control arm retaining nut.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the lower control arm retaining bolts to 120 N·m (89 lb ft).

  4. Remove the rear axle support.
  5. Lower the vehicle.