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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2008GRAND PRIX BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 43 (FRONT SUSPENSION)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2008 Pontiac Grand Prix Base

Installation Procedure

2008 Pontiac Grand Prix BaseSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Shock Absorber & Tennon End
    GM793302Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the shock absorber. Insert the tennon through the hole in the shock bracket on the frame.
    2. Fig 2: Shock Absorber Mounting Bolt At Lower Control Arm
    GM353965Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Align the shock absorber with the mounting holes in the lower control arm.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  3. Install the shock absorber bolt (2) and nut (3).

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 80 N.m (59 lb ft).

    4. Fig 3: View Of Upper Insulator & Pilot Ring (4WD)
    GM477707Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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