C 2500 Truck 2WD V8-5.7L VIN R (1997)
Remove or disconnect the following:
1. Tire and wheel assembly.
2. Nuts (50), cams (49), and bolts (48) from the upper control arm bracket (44).
3. Lift upper control arm (45) up and to the side to gain access to the inner portion of the frame bracket.
4. Frame bracket knockout using tool J 38794.
a. Do not distort frame bracket when removing knockout.
b. Apply extreme pressure lubricant to the threads of the T-bolt and insert the bolt through the knockout hole in the bracket support.
c. Install bridge onto T-bolt. The forward bracket requires the bridge to be installed between the legs of the bracket due to access problems.
d. Assemble the bridge, bearing (chamfered side out), washer, and nut in order.
