Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Cadillac CTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the steering knuckle to the lower ball joint stud.

Fig 1: Installing A New Lower Ball Joint Retaining Nut

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Install a new lower ball joint retaining nut.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Tighten the nut in the following order:
Tighten:
1. Tighten the nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
2. Tighten the nut to an additional 210 degree turn.

Fig 2: Installing Upper Control Arm To Steering Knuckle

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Install the upper control arm to steering knuckle.
Install the upper control arm to steering knuckle pinch bolt and nut.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).

Fig 3: Connecting Stabilizer Shaft Link To Lower Control Arm

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IMPORTANT: Apply threadlocker 242 or equivalent to the threads of the stabilizer shaft link.

Connect the stabilizer shaft link to the lower control arm.
Install the stabilizer shaft link retaining nut.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

Fig 4: Connecting Outer Tie Rod To Steering Knuckle

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Connect the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
Install the outer tie rod retaining nut.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).
Install the wheel bearing/hub. Refer to Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Front .
Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
Lower the vehicle.