GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

  3. Object Number: 855070  Size: SH
  4. Support the rear axle with a tall jack stand near the shock absorber.

  5. Object Number: 855039  Size: SH
  6. Remove the upper and lower shock bolts.
  7. Remove the shock from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

  1. Position the shock absorber to the vehicle.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 855039  Size: SH
  3. Install NEW upper and lower shock bolts.
  4. Tighten

        • Tighten the upper bolt to 90 N·m (66 lb ft).
        • Tighten the lower bolt to 110 N·m (81 lb ft).
  5. Remove the jack stand.
  6. Install the wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  7. Lower the vehicle.