Matco Tools MST7842 User manual

INTENDED USE OF THE TOOL
GM TORSION BAR UNLOADING TOOL
WARNING
DO NOT DISCARD – GIVE TO USER
The manufacturer warrants this product to the original user
against defective material or workmanship with a lifetime
guarantee.
The manufacturer reserves the right to determine whether
the part or parts failed because of defective material,
workmanship or other causes. Failures caused by accident,
alteration, or misuse are not covered by this warranty.
The manufacturer, at its discretion, will repair or replace
product covered under this warranty free of charge. Repairs
or replacements of products covered under this warranty are
warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period.
The manufacturer or its authorized service representatives
must perform all warranty repairs. Any repair to the product
by unauthorized service representatives voids this warranty.
The rights under this warranty are limited to the original user
and may not be transferred to subsequent owners.
The warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or
implied, including warranties of merchantability and fitness
for a particular purpose. Some states do not allow the
exclusion or limitations of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
LIFETIME WARRANTY
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GM TORSION BAR
UNLOADING TOOL MST7842
Study, understand and follow all instructions provided with
this product. Read these instructions carefully before
installing, operating, servicing or repairing this tool. Keep
these instructions in a safe accessible place.
The MST7842 GM Torsion Bar Unloading Tool is meant to be
used on 2010 and older GM vehicles to service and adjust the
torsion bar. Do not use these tools outside of the designed
intent. Never modify the tools for any other purpose or use.
Made in China
to Matco specifications
Caution: To help prevent personal injury
• Use of this product can expose you to chemicals including
ethylene glycol, gasoline vapors and engine exhaust, which are
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or
reproductive harm. For more information, visit
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. Always wear ANSI approved safety
equipment, safety glasses and clothing when using this product.
Study, understand, and follow all instructions provided with this
product. Failure to read and follow all warnings and operating
instructions may result in damages and serious injury or death.
• Always wear ANSI approved goggles when using this product.
(Users and Bystanders).
• Never use this tool for any application other than for
which it was designed.
• Only use accessories designed for this tool.
• Never alter or modify this tool in any way.
• Improper operation and/or maintenance of the tool, modification of
the tool, or use of the tool with accessories not designed for it
could result in serious injury or death.
• Always select the correct accessories of the correct size and
design for the job that you are attempting to perform.
• Always work in a clean, safe, well-lit, organized and adequately
equipped area.
• Do not begin repairs without assurance that vehicle is in secure
position, and will not move during repair.
WARNING
Durable construction. Forged alloy design
with 1" hex drive bolt.
Indispensable tool. Needed to service torsion arm
and front suspension on many 2010 and older GM
vehicles including GMC and Oldsmobile.
WARNING: Tool is designed only to tension torsion
arms for removal and adjustment, impact gun use
is not necessary or recommended.
PRODUCT INFORMATION:
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GM TORSION BAR
UNLOADING TOOL MST7842
CAUTION: To prevent personal injury,
• Wear eye protection that meets
ANSI Z87.1 and OSHA standards.
• Completely release pressure
before servicing the torsion bar.
The torsion bar is under pressure,
creating a potentially dangerous
situation.
CAUTION: To prevent equipment damage,
clean and lubricate the forcing screw
frequently from threads to tip.
Removal
1. Attach the Torsion Bar Unloader to the vehicle
frame rail as shown. Tighten the tool against
the torsion bar adjusting arm.
2. Loosen or remove the torsion bar adjusting
bolt while counting the number of turns
required. This helps identify the original
position of the adjusting bolt.
3. Remove
Installation
1. Attach the tool to the vehicle frame rail.
Tighten the tool against the torsion bar
adjusting arm.
2. Tighten the tool to draw the torsion bar
adjusting arm into the frame rail.
3. Tighten the torsion bar adjusting bolt using
the same number of turns recorded in Step 2
during removal.
4. Remove the tool.
5. Refer to the vehicle service manual for
the correct trim height and alignment
specifications.
Details
GM's K-35 series trucks with the heavy-duty chassis require heavy-duty tools to deal with the larger torsion
bar. The larger C-frame opening on the MST7842 accommodates the larger torsion bar on these trucks, holding
it in place while you loosen or tighten the adjusting nut.
This rugged tool is built for 2010 and older GM K-3500 series trucks with heavy-duty chassis and a larger
torsion bar. It also works on 1988 to 2003 GMC and Chevrolet 1/2-, 3/4- and 1-ton pickups; S-10 Blazer and S-15
Jimmy, 4WD pickups with 4.3L V-6 engines; 1991 to 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada.
MST7842-02
C-Frame
MST7842-01
Forcing Screw
Torsion Bar
No. MST7842
Frame Rail Adjusting
Arm
Adjusting
Bolt
GM Torsion Bar
Unloading Tool