G 10 Van V8-379 6.2L DSL (1987)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Front Suspension
Coil Spring Suspension
1.
Raise and support vehicle.
2.
Remove wheel and tire assembly.
3.
Remove upper retaining nuts or bolts.
4.
Remove lower retaining bolts, then the shock absorber.
5.
Reverse procedure to install.
Leaf Spring Suspension
A leaf spring type front suspension is available on P Series vehicles. The suspension is centered around a solid I-beam axle and includes leaf springs,
shock absorbers and a stabilizer bar.
SHOCK ABSORBER, REPLACE
1.
Raise and support front of vehicle.
2.
Remove wheel and tire assembly.
3.
Remove lower shock absorber attaching bolt and nut.
4.
Unfasten shock absorber from upper attachment at frame and remove from vehicle.
5.
Reverse procedure to install. Torque upper nut to 136 ft. lbs. and lower nut to 37 ft. lbs.
