GMC 1982 Light Duty Truck Service Manual page 379

Fig. 3C-31 K-Stabilizer Bar Attachment
Installation
NOTICE:
See N O T I C E on page 1 of this section
regarding the fasteners referred to in step 2.
Slit in bar to frame bushings should be facing forward.
1. Place stabilizer in position on frame and install frame
brackets over bushings. Install nuts and bolts loosely.
2. Install brackets over bushings at lower control arm
location. Be sure brackets are positioned properly over
bushings. Torque all nuts and bolts to specifications.
3. Lower vehicle to floor.
LEAF SPRING AND BUSHINGS (Figs. 3C-32K and
3C-33K)
Removal
1. Raise vehicle on hoist.
2. Place adjustable lifting device under axle.
3. Position axle so that all tension is relieved from spring.
4. Remove shackle upper retaining bolt.
5. Remove front spring eye bolt.
6. Remove spring-to-axle u-bolt nuts and remove spring,
lower plate and spring pads.
7. Remove shackle to spring bolt and remove bushings
and shackle.
Bushing Replacement
1. Place spring on press and press out bushing using a
suitable rod, pipe, or tool.
2. Press in new bushing; assure that tool presses on steel
outer shell of bushing. Install until bushing protrudes
an equal amount on each side of spring.
Spring Inserts (Liners) or Leaf Replacement
1. Place spring in vise and remove clips.
2. Remove center bolt. Open vise slowly, allowing spring
to expand.
3. Wire brush, clean, and inspect for broken leaves.
4. Replace leaf or liners.
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