Silverado 1500 2WD V8-6.0L (2010)
Light film/residue on approximately 1/3 (a) or less of the lower shock tube (A) and originating from the shaft seal, is a NORMAL condition. DO NOT
replace the shock absorber.
Condition 3
Oil drip or trail down the lower shock tube and originating from the shaft seal, is an ABNORMAL condition. Replace the shock absorber.
Condition 4
An extreme wet film of oil covering more than 1/3 (b) of the lower shock tube and originating from the shaft seal (B), is an ABNORMAL condition.
Replace the shock absorber. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement (2500, 3500) (See: Service and Repair/Rear Suspension Shock Absorber/Shock
Absorber Replacement)Shock Absorber Replacement (1500) (See: Service and Repair/Rear Suspension Shock Absorber/Shock Absorber Replacement
).
Inspection
1. Verify the customer's concern is present. If the concern is present, continue to the next step. If the concern is not present, then the vehicle is
operating normally.
Note: The shock absorber assembly DOES NOT have to be removed from the vehicle to perform the following inspection procedure.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (See: Wheels and Tires/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair).
3. Visually inspect each of the shock absorbers for external fluid leaks. Refer to the following conditions 1, 2 , 3 , and 4 for visual inspection.
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If conditions 1 or 2 are found, continue to step 4.
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If conditions 3 or 4 are found, replace shock absorber. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement (2500, 3500) (See: Service and Repair/Rear
Suspension Shock Absorber/Shock Absorber Replacement)Shock Absorber Replacement (1500) (See: Service and Repair/Rear Suspension
Shock Absorber/Shock Absorber Replacement).
4. If equipped with electronic suspension control system, ensure that the system is working properly. Refer to Diagnostic Starting Point - Electronic
Suspension Control.
5. Use your hands in order to lift up and push down on each corner of the vehicle 3 times. Remove your hands from the vehicle. If the corner motion
exceeds 2 cycles, replace the shock absorber. If the shock absorber does not exceed 2 cycles, NO repair is necessary.
Strut and Shock Absorber Inspection (Coil Over Shock)
Strut and Shock Absorber Inspection (Coil Over Shock)
Note: The coil over shock assembly DOES NOT have to be removed from the vehicle to perform the following inspection procedure.
Note: A light film of oil on the top portion of the shock absorber tube is normal. DO NOT replace the shock absorber for this condition.
