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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the shock absorber through the lower control arm from below. Insert the tennon through the mounting hole in the upper spring pocket.
  2. Align the shock absorber with the mounting holes in the lower control arm.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
    Fig 1: Installing The Shock Absorber Mounting Bolts To The Lower Control Arm (RWD)
    GM348381Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the shock absorber mounting bolts to the lower control arm.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    4. IMPORTANT: The upper insulators are substantially larger that the lower insulators. The upper insulator (1) must be installed above the shock mounting bracket on the frame. The plastic pilot ring (2) will assist the alignment of the isolators.
    Fig 2: Installing The Upper Insulator To The Shock Absorber (RWD)
    GM477707Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the upper insulator to the shock absorber.
  5. Install the nut to the tennon end. Do not tighten the nut.
  6. Remove the safety stands.
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Hold the tennon end with a wrench while torquing the nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

  9. If equipped with selectable ride, connect the electrical connector using the following procedure:
    1. Verify that the connector is unlocked.
    2. Align the connector so that the tabs (1) are perpendicular to the wrench flats on the tennon end.
    3. Engage the connector to the tennon by firmly pushing the connector down.
    4. Grasp the connector lock tabs (1,2). Rotate the connector counterclockwise.
      Fig 3: Rotating The Connector Counterclockwise (RWD)
      GM395127Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. The connector is locked into place when you hear an audible snap and the tabs (1,2) are aligned.
    Fig 4: Connector Is Locked Into Place When You Hear An Audible Snap And The Tabs (1,2) Are Aligned (RWD)
    GM395126Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Dispose of the shock absorber. Refer to Shock Absorber Disposal .
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