OEM Chevrolet Venture Shock Absorber

Chevrolet Venture Shock Absorber Parts and Q&A

• Strut
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  Q: How to replace the shock absorber on a front-wheel-drive on Chevrolet Venture?

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  Replace the front-wheel-drive Shock Absorber by first supporting the vehicle with a lift then standing the rear axle and either disconnecting automatic level control pipes or removing the upper and lower mounting hardware. The air tube connector must be disconnected from the Shock Absorber when automatic level control is present. The Shock Absorber can be removed by first removing its upper bolt and nut followed by its lower bolt and nut. Start with installing the new Shock Absorber according to the fastener notice in service precautions. Fasten the Shock Absorber in place by using bolts and nuts while tightening them to 85 nm. Users should reconnect the air tube connector to the Shock Absorber whenever automatic level control exists on their vehicle. Finish the installation by taking away the support from the rear axle while lowering the vehicle.
• Shock Absorber
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  Q: What Tools Are Required to Service and Repair Front Coil Springs and Shock Absorber on Chevrolet Venture?

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  Service and repair of the strut and related components requires these specific tools: the holding fixture (J 3289-20), strut compressor (J 34013-B), damper rod clamp (J 34013-20), alignment rod (J 34013-197) and strut rod nut socket (J 42991) and strut compressor lower adapter (J 34013-971) and strut compressor upper adapter (J 34013-972). The required tools for strut service and repair include holding fixture (J 3289-20), strut compressor (J 34013-B), damper rod clamp (J 34013-20), alignment rod (J 34013-197), strut rod nut socket (J 42991), strut compressor lower adapter (J 34013-971), and strut compressor upper adapter (J 34013-972). Set up the holding fixture (J 34013-B) with both strut compressor lower adapter (J 34013-971) and strut compressor upper adapter (J 34013-972) while removing the strut then installing everything to this setup. Start by rotating the strut compressor (J 34013-B) forcing screw until the spring shows mild compression. You can then remove the strut shaft nut with the t 45 torx (R) and strut rod nut socket (J 42991). The alignment rod (J 34013-197) provides guidance as you remove the strut shaft from its position in the upper mount using the compressor's forcing screw adjustment. Complete the removal of strut and spring when the compressor reaches maximum exposure. Originally mount the strut onto the holding fixture (J 34013-B) before attaching the damper rod clamp (J 34013-20) to the strut shaft for assembly. Make sure the strut stays upright inside the strut compressor before inserting the spring over the strut and then install the upper locking pin. Each mount requires proper positioning so the stud without a hole will align perfectly with the strut-to-knuckle attachment bracket opening during assembly. Place the holding fixture (J 34013-B) and strut compressor lower adapter (J 34013-971) and strut compressor upper adapter (J 34013-972) on the strut then put the alignment rod (J 34013-197) through the strut shaft and upper strut mount. Use the strut compressor forcing screw on strut compressor (J 34013-B) to rotate clockwise until the strut shaft threads rise above the strut's top section. Insert the strut shaft washer and nut before removing the damper rod clamp (J 34013-20). Tighten the strut shaft nut to 85 nm (63 ft. Lbs.) through the t 45 torx (R) and strut rod nut socket (J 42991). After completing the procedure replace the strut inside the vehicle while removing it from the holding fixture (J 3289-20).