Part Description: 2003 GMC Sierra 3500 Front Shock Absorber Kit
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Vehicle Fitment
2003 GMC Sierra 3500 | Base, SL, SLE, SLT, WT | 8 Cyl 6.0 L CNG, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.6 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 8.1 L GAS
FAQ for Shock Absorber Repair
Q: What is the recommended bolt torque for the fastener?
A:
The recommended bolt torque is 95 N.m (70 lb-ft).
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: How to install the shock absorber?
A:
You can install the shock absorber, the upper shock absorber nut and bolt, the lower shock absorber nut and bolt, connect the electrical connector if equipped with Selectable Ride, remove the safety stands, and lower the vehicle.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: How to remove the shock absorber?
A:
You can raise and support the vehicle, disconnect the electrical connector, and remove the upper shock absorber nut and the bolt, the lower shock absorber nut, the bolt, and the shock absorber.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What should I pay attention to about shock absorbers?
A:
Be sure to center the shock in the frame bracket and tighten the upper mounting nut when the vehicle is on the ground.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: How to correct the shock absorber?
A:
You can remove the front shock absorber, the lower portion of the upper insulator from the shock and discard, install the new lower portion of the upper insulator to the shock, and the front shock absorber. Refer to the Shock Absorber Replacement procedure in the Front Suspension sub-section of the Service Manual.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
FAQ for Other Repair Info
Q: How to install the pitman arm?
A:
You can install the Pitman Arm to the power steering gear, a new pitman arm washer and nut, remove the power steering gear from the vise, install the power steering gear, and lower the vehicle.
Q: How to install the steering damper?
A:
You can install the Steering Damper, the mounting bolt, the steering damper ball stud, and the J 29193, seat the ball stud in the relay rod, remove the J 29193, install the prevailing torque nuts, and the engine protection shield.
Q: How to remove the steering knuckle?
A:
You can remove the tire and wheel, unload the torsion bars, remove the wheel hub and bearing assembly, the brake hose bracket retaining bolt from the Steering Knuckle, the upper control arm retaining nut, and separate the upper ball joint from the steering knuckle, the lower control arm retaining nut, and the steering knuckle.