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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the coil spring and upper mounting plate to the J 45400  . See Special Tools and Equipment .
    Fig 1: View Of Compressor Forcing Screw & Coil Spring
    GM743241Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Turn the spring compressor forcing screw (1) until the coil spring is compressed.
  3. Install the shock absorber to the shock module.
    4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
    Fig 2: Removing/Installing shock Absorber Upper Retaining Nut
    GM743242Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the shock absorber retaining nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the shock absorber retaining nut to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).

    5. Fig 3: Compressing/Releasing Lower Part Of Shock Spring
    GM743246Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the shock module (2) from the J 45400  (1).
  6. Remove the pieces of heater hose from the shock module spring.
    7. Fig 4: View Of Shock Module Yoke To Shock Absorber Pinch Bolt & Nut
    GM744322Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the shock module yoke to the shock absorber.
  8. Install the shock module yoke to shock absorber pinch bolt and nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the shock module yoke to shock absorber pinch bolt to 70 N.m (52 lb ft).

  9. Install the shock module to the vehicle. Refer to Shock Module Replacement .
  10. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  11. Lower the vehicle.
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