Shock Absorber Replacement - GMC chervolet camaro 1999 Service Manual

3-56 Rear Suspension
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Shock Absorber Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Fold down the seatback frame.
Suspension
2. Remove the quarter trim panel. Refer to Trim
Panel Replacement - Cargo Area Side (Coupe)
in Body and Accessories.
3. Pull the folding carpet back.
Notice: The rear axle must be supported before
removing the nut in order to avoid possible damage to
the break hose lines, the tie rod and the
propeller shaft.
4. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General
Information.
5. Support the rear axle (8) with an adjustable lifting
device.
6. Remove the upper shock absorber nut (1 ).
7. Remove the upper retainer (2) and the upper
insulator (3).
8. Remove the lower retainer and the lower
insulator (5).
9. Remove the lower shock absorber nut (7) from
the rear axle (8).
10. Remove the shock absorber (6).
Installation Procedure
1. Position the shock absorber (6) to the rear
axle (8).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and
Notices.
2. Install the lower shock absorber nut (7) to the
rear axle.
Tighten
Tighten the nut (7) to 90 N-m (66 lb
ft).
3. Install the lower insulator (5) and the lower
retainer to the shock absorber (6).
4. Position the shock absorber (6) through the
underbody pan (4) and seat the insulator.
5. Install the upper insulator (3) and the upper
retainer (2) to the shock absorber (6).
Notice: Turning the shock absorber while tightening
the nut could damage the shock absorber. In order to
prevent damage, keep the shock absorber stationary
while you tighten the nut.
6. Hand start the upper shock absorber nut (1 ).
Tighten
Tighten the nut (1) to 17 N-m (13 lb ft).
7. Remove the adjustable rear axle support.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Pull the folding carpet down into position.
10. Install the quarter trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel
Replacement - Cargo Area Side (Coupe) in Body
and Accessories.
11. Fold the seatback frame into an upright position.
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