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Suspension - Revised Torque, Rear Shock Absorbers Loose

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Number: 89-104-3D

Section: 3D

Date: MARCH, 1989
Subject: LOOSE REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS


Model and Year: 1988-89 C1, C2, C3, K1, K2, K3
TO: ALL CHEVROLET DEALERS


Some 1988-89 C/K Trucks may experience a loosening of the rear shock absorbers. This condition may be repaired by retorqing the bottom shock absorber retaining nuts to a revised specification of 95-110 N-m. Please note this revised specification in your service Manuals, Section 3D, and reference this section for shock absorber service.

If a truck is serviced for a loose rear shock, both rear shock absorbers should be checked and torqued to the new specification.

SERVICE INFORMATION

When retorquing loose shock absorbers on vehicles covered by warranty, use:

Labor Operation: E1990
Labor Time: .2 hrs