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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the shock absorber.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice on page P-9 in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the upper shock absorber nut and bolt.
  3. Install the lower shock absorber nut and bolt.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the upper and lower shock absorber nuts to 95 N.m (70 lb ft).

  4. Remove the rear axle support.
    Fig 1: Installing Shock Absorber
    G01455522Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Connect the ESC sensor, if equipped. Refer to REAR POSITION SENSOR REPLACEMENT--ELECTRONIC SUSPENSION--LEFT (15 SERIES) or REAR POSITION SENSOR REPLACEMENT--ELECTRONIC SUSPENSION--LEFT (25 SERIES) or REAR POSITION SENSOR REPLACEMENT--ELECTRONIC SUSPENSION--RIGHT in Electronic Suspension Control (ESC).
  6. Connect the ESC electrical connector at the top of the right side shock, if equipped.
  7. Connect the ESC electrical connector at the pigtail connector left side only, if equipped.
  8. Remove the safety stands.
  9. Lower the vehicle.
    Fig 2: Connecting ESC Electrical Connector
    G01455523Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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