Shock Absorber and Spring Removal and Installation (Light Duty, Without Z85/Z95)

Fig 1: Shock Absorber and Spring

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (6-Lug Wheel)Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (8-Lug Wheel) Support the front lower control arm. Disconnect the electrical connector from the front shock absorber assembly. Disconnect the wiring harness from the front shock absorber studs and set aside.
1	Front Shock Absorber Bolt (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . CAUTION: Do not use air powered tools in order to disassemble or assemble any vehicle component. Bolt torques are vital to diagnosis. You can detect bolt torques only when using hand tools. Improper bolt torques can contribute to vehicle repair problems. Tighten 50 N.m (37 lb ft)
2	Front Shock Absorber Nut (Qty: 3) Tighten 50 N.m (37 lb ft)
3	Front Shock Absorber Assembly Procedure If removing the front shock absorber assembly to service the components, refer to Shock Absorber, Shock Absorber Component, or Spring Replacement (Light Duty, Without Z85/Z95) . NOTE: On 2WD vehicles, the front shock absorber assembly can be removed by bringing the assembly downwards through the opening in the front lower control arm. On 4WD vehicles, the front shock absorber assembly can be removed by bringing the assembly downwards as far as possible into the opening in the front lower control arm and then tilting the assembly clear of the front upper control arm. After clearing the front upper control arm, the assembly can then be lifted back upwards and outwards to clear the front lower control arm and front wheel drive shaft.