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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Installing Knuckle And Backing Plate To Wheel Bearing/Hub
    GM783031Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the knuckle and backing plate to the wheel bearing/hub.
    2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the wheel bearing/hub mounting bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 125 N.m (92 lb ft).

  3. Install the knuckle to the vehicle.
    4. Fig 2: Installing Adjustment Link To Knuckle Mounting Bolt
    GM783090Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Loosely install all fasteners before tightening.
  4. Install the adjustment link to knuckle mounting bolt.
    5. Fig 3: Installing Trailing Arm To Knuckle Mounting Bolt And Nut
    GM783092Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the trailing arm to knuckle mounting bolt and nut.
    6. Fig 4: Installing Lower Shock And Mounting Bolt
    GM783074Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the lower shock and mounting bolt.
    7. Fig 5: View Of Lower Control Arm-To-Knuckle Mounting Bolt
    GM783094Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the lower control arm to knuckle mounting bolt.
    8. Fig 6: Connecting Upper Ball Joint To Knuckle
    GM802238Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Connect the upper ball joint to the knuckle.
  9. Install the upper ball joint mounting nut.
    10. Fig 7: Installing Parking Brake Cable Bracket To Knuckle
    GM767225Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the parking brake cable bracket to the knuckle.
  11. Install the parking brake cable bracket mounting bolts to the knuckle.

    Tighten: 

    • Tighten the upper ball joint nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft) plus a additional 210 degree turn.
    • Tighten the lower control arm to knuckle bolt to 175 N.m (129 lb ft).
    • Tighten the lower shock mounting bolt to 150 N.m (111 lb ft).
    • Tighten the trailing arm to knuckle bolt and nut to 175 N.m (129 lb ft).
    • Tighten the adjustment link to knuckle bolt to 175 N.m (129 lb ft).
    • Tighten the parking brake cable bracket bolts to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).

  12. Remove the jack.
    13. Fig 8: View Of Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Electrical Connectors
    GM767222Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Connect the ABS sensor electrical connector to the backing plate.
  14. Connect the ABS sensor electrical connector.
    15. Fig 9: Installing New Wheel Drive Shaft Nut
    GM787851Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Install a new wheel drive shaft nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 160 N.m (118 lb ft).

  16. Install the brake rotor. Refer to Brake Rotor Replacement - Rear in Disc Brakes.
  17. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  18. Lower the vehicle.
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