Corvette V8-7.0L (2007)
1. Install the upper insulator retainer and insulator to the shock absorber.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.
Important: The ESC connector must be installed facing the inward position, while the white paint mark on the bottom bracket must be
facing outward. The bracket to ESC connector orientation is 180 degrees.
2. Carefully install the shock absorber to the shock tower and lower control arm. Take care when routing the ESC pigtail and connector through the
upper shock tower.
Tighten the upper shock absorber bolts to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
Notice: To avoid breaking the mounting bolt that attaches the shock absorber to the lower control arm, tighten the bolt. Do NOT tighten the nut.
3. Install the lower shock absorber mounting bolt.
Tighten the lower shock absorber retaining nut to 145 N.m (107 lb ft).
4. Connect the outer tie rod to the suspension knuckle.
5. Connect the harness pigtail to the upper shock tower clip.
6. Connect the rear shock ESC harness connector.
7. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
8. Lower the vehicle.
