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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Shock Absorber
    GM1209248Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the shock to the vehicle.
    2. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
    Fig 2: View Of Lower Shock Mounting Bolt
    GM926577Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the lower shock mounting bolt and tighten to 150 N.m (111 lb ft).
    3. Fig 3: View Of Automatic Level Control
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  3. Connect the automatic level control air line to the shock for the F55 suspension, if needed.
    4. Fig 4: View Of Shock Absorber Electrical Connector & Upper Shock Mounting Nuts
    GM925715Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Guide the shock to the body while lowering the vehicle.
  5. Install the upper shock mounting nuts (2) and tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
  6. Connect the electrical connector (1) for the F55 suspension, if needed.
  7. Reposition the sound insulator around the shock tower.
  8. Install the trim panel.
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