Sierra 3500 4WD V8-6.6L DSL Turbo VIN 2 (2004)
3.
Remove the retaining bolt for the brake hose and the wheel speed sensor brackets.
4.
Remove the nut at the upper ball joint. Discard the nut.
5.
Disconnect the upper control arm from the steering knuckle using the J 42188-B.
6.
Remove the upper control arm nuts and the adjustment cams.
7.
Remove the upper control arm.
Installation Procedure
1.
Install the upper control arm.
Note:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
2.
Install the upper control arm bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 190 N.m (140 lb ft).
3.
Connect the upper control arm to the steering knuckle.
4.
Install the new nut to the upper ball joint stud.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 50 N.m (39 lb ft).
5.
Install the retaining bolts for the brake hose and wheel speed sensor brackets.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
6.
Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
7.
Lower the vehicle.