K 1500 Suburban 4WD V8-5.3L VIN T (2002)
4. Install the shock absorber through the bolt (2) to the lower control arm.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
5. Install the shock absorber through the bolt nut (3).
Tighten the nut to 80 Nm (59 ft. lbs.).
Important: The upper insulators are substantially larger that the lower insulators. The upper insulator (1) must be installed above the shock mounting
bracket on the frame. The plastic pilot ring (2) will assist the alignment of the isolators.
6. Install the upper insulator to the shock absorber.
7. Install the nut to the tennon end. Do not tighten the nut.
8. Connect the RTD link rod to the sensor, if equipped.
9. Remove the safety stands.
10. Lower the vehicle.
11. Hold the tennon end with a wrench while torquing the nut.
Tighten the nut to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
12. Connect the electrical connector using the following procedure if equipped with selectable ride, if equipped.
12.1.
Verify that the connector is unlocked.
