Shock Recommendation for a 2000 Yukon

[jla956]

I have a 2000 GMC Yukon 4-WD with the auto-leveling system and about 240,000 miles on it. I'm pretty sure that my shocks are worn out. Anytime I hit a bump in the road, the Yukon violently rolls from side to side, and it seems like I will lose control.

I'm not sure if the rear springs are worn out - or even how to tell if they are. Anyway, is it possible to replace my auto-leveling shocks with just standard shocks? I'm concerned that removing the existing shocks from the auto-leveling system could cause issues with the air pump or control module.

If anyone has done this before or can provide a recommendation, I'd appreciate it. Also, if it is possible to replace the shocks, what are the best ones to consider? TIA for your help with this.

 

[Fless]

Is your Yukon the original body style (OBS) or the newer NBS style that was a mid-year change? Show us a pic of the SUV.

Can you confirm the RPO codes G65 and ZW7 on the glovebox sticker? (That's called premium smooth ride with the Nivomat shocks and softer springs.) And you're certain that the shocks haven't ever been changed?

Do the front jounce stops contact the lower control arms at ride height? They should.

Front and rear sway bar links in place and in good condition?

If it does have the Nivomat (manual self-adjusting) shocks, when you change to standard (non-adjusting) shocks you should also change the rear springs. Look at Rock Auto for the Bilstein shocks, and it will show a recommended spring.