C 1500 Truck 2WD V8-6.0L VIN U (2001)
9. Remove the lower ball joint stud nut.
10. Disconnect the lower ball joint stud from the steering knuckle using J43631(1).
11. Remove the lower control arm.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the lower control arm.
2. Connect the ball joint stud to the steering knuckle.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the lower ball joint stud nut.
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Tighten the lower ball joint stud nut to 137 Nm (101 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the front coil spring. Refer to Front Coil Springs Replacement.
5. Install the lower control arm bolts (15 Series).
6. Install the lower control arm nuts and the washers (15 Series).
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Tighten the lower control arm nuts to 145 Nm (107 ft. lbs.).