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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Rear Shock Absorber
    GM4282243Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Install Rear Shock Absorber (1)
  2. Fig 2: Locator Pins
    GM4446461Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Inspect the condition of the locator pins (1). If the pins are bent upward or blocking the bolting surface, the pins should be removed and the surface ground flat.
  4. Ensure that the shock absorber is seated against the locator pins (1).
  5. Fig 3: Rear Shock Absorber Bolt
    GM4282241Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  6. Install Rear Shock Absorber Bolt (1) and tighten 58 N.m (43 lb ft)
  7. Fig 4: Rear Shock Absorber Bolt
    GM4282239Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.

  8. Install NEW Rear Shock Absorber Bolt (2).
  9. Install Rear Shock Absorber Nut (1)

    Tighten

    1. First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: (90-105 degrees)
  10. Remove the jack stand support from the lower control arm.
  11. Fig 5: Electrical Connector And Rear Shock Absorber
    GM4282233Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  12. Connect { If equipped }Electrical Connector (1) @Rear Shock Absorber (2)
  13. Install { If equipped }Wiring Harness@Rear Shock Absorber
  14. Install Rear Wheelhouse Liner Rear Wheelhouse Liner Replacement
  15. Install the rear tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation