Corvette V8-5.7L VIN G (1997)
5. Remove the nuts and, bolts (2) and insulators and retaining the spring (1) to the lower control arms.
6. Remove the rear spring retainer bolts, retainer, spring spacers and insulators from the crossmember.
7. Remove the rear transverse spring from the vehicle.
8. If the transverse spring is to be replaced, release and remove J 33432-A and adapters J 33432-97 from the spring.
Installation Procedure
1. If the transverse spring is a replacement, install J 33432-A and J 33432-97 onto the transverse spring and compress the spring.
2. Install the rear transverse spring onto the vehicle.
3. Install the rear spring spacers and retainer to the crossmember.
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Tighten the rear spring anchor plate bolts to 65 Nm (49 ft. lbs.).
Notice: Always use the correct fastener In the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that
application. The manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the
fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases,
or other corrosion Inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque
and joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications.
Following these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and system.
4. Position the transverse spring (1) into the lower control arms and install the spring bolts (2), insulators and nuts.
5. Release and remove J 33432-A and J 33432-97 from spring.
6. Set the transverse spring stud height to the height measured during removal.
7. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
8. Lower the vehicle.
Spring Bolt and Insulators
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Tools Required
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J 33432-A Transverse Leaf Spring Compressor and Adaptors J 33432-97
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Or Equivalents
Removal Procedure
