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Installation Procedure

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  1. GM5096027Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Position the front lower control arm (1) on the vehicle.

  2. GM5095994Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.

    Front Lower Control Arm Rear Bolt (2) - Install NEW [2x]

  3. Front Lower Control Arm Rear Nut (1) - Install, but do NOT tighten [2x]
  4. GM5096001Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:
    • Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive along the length of the filled area of the threads on the bolt shafts.
    • Allow the thread locking adhesive to cure for approximately 10 minutes before installation of the bolts.

    Before installing the 2 NEW front lower control arm front bolts (1), apply GM specified thread locking adhesive or an industry equivalent. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 

  5. Install 2 NEW front lower control arm front bolts (1), but do NOT tighten.
  6. GM5095994Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Fastener Caution .

    Front Lower Control Arm Rear Nut (1) - Tighten [2x]

    1. First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: 90 - 105 degrees
  7. GM5096001Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Lower Control Arm Front Bolt (1) - Tighten [2x]

    1. First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: 90 - 105 degrees
  8. GM5095697Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Knuckle Nut (1) - Install and tighten

    1. First Pass: 40 N.m (30 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: 120 - 135 degrees
  9. GM5583929Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Compartment Air Deflector (1) - Install - Front Compartment Air Deflector Replacement (Base)

  10. Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  11. Measure and adjust the wheel alignment. Wheel Alignment Measurement