Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 2279

Fig. 18: View Of Lower Shock Absorber Module Mount Bolts
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7. Remove the lower shock module bolts from the lower control arm.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Fig. 19: Separating Lower Ball Joint From Steering Knuckle (RWD)
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8. Using the J 43631 and the J 45851 , remove the lower ball joint from the steering knuckle.

See Special Tools.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Fig. 20: Lower Control Arm
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9. Remove the lower control arm nuts (1) and washers (2).

10. Remove the control arm bolts (3).

11. Remove the control arm (4).

Installation Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Fig. 21: Lower Control Arm
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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