Hummer H3. Manual — part 1244

through the mounting hole in the upper spring pocket.

3. Align the shock absorber with the mounting holes in the lower control arm.

Fig. 36: Identifying Shock Absorber Lower Mount
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4. Install the shock absorber mounting bolts to the lower control arm.

Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 80 N.m (59 lb ft).

NOTE:

Refer to Fastener Notice .

2007 Hummer H3

2007 SUSPENSION Front Suspension - H3

Fig. 37: Removing The Upper Insulator (4WD)
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IMPORTANT: The upper insulator (1) must be installed above the shock

mounting bracket on the frame. The plastic pilot ring (2) will
assist the alignment of the isolators.

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2007 SUSPENSION Front Suspension - H3

5. Install the upper insulator to the shock absorber.

Fig. 38: Identifying Shock Absorber Upper Mount
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6. Install the nut to the tennon end.

2007 Hummer H3

2007 SUSPENSION Front Suspension - H3

7. Hold the tennon end with a wrench while torquing the nut.

Tighten: Tighten the nut to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).

8. Remove the support stand.

9. Lower the vehicle

FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER LOWER INSULATOR REPLACEMENT

Fig. 39: View Of Front Shock Absorber Lower Insulator
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Front Shock Absorber Lower Insulator Replacement

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Preliminary Procedures

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

3. Remove the steering knuckle. Refer to Steering Knuckle Replacement.

4. Remove the wheel drive shaft. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .

2007 Hummer H3

2007 SUSPENSION Front Suspension - H3