Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 2281

Fig. 25: Removing/Installing The Lower Ball Joint Retaining Nut
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

9. Remove the lower ball joint retaining nut.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 SUSPENSION Front Suspension - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 26: Lower Control Arm
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10. Remove the lower control arm nuts (1) and washers (2).

11. Remove the control arm bolts (3).

12. Remove the control arm (4).

Installation Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 SUSPENSION Front Suspension - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 27: Lower Control Arm
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

1. Install the lower control arm (4).

2. Install the lower control arm bolts (3).

3. Install the washers (2).

4. Install the lower control arm retaining nuts (1).

Tighten: Tighten nuts to 175 N.m (129 lb ft).

NOTE:

Refer to Fastener Notice .

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 SUSPENSION Front Suspension - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

5. Install the torsion bars. Refer to Torsion Bar and Support Assembly Replacement

(Bushing Style) or Torsion Bar and Support Assembly Replacement (Link Style).

6. Install the lower ball joint in the steering knuckle.

7. Install the wheel drive shaft. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (2500) or Wheel

Drive Shaft Replacement (1500) .

Fig. 28: Removing/Installing The Lower Ball Joint Retaining Nut
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

8. Install the lower ball joint retaining nut.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 SUSPENSION Front Suspension - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado