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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the steering knuckle to the lower control arm ball stud.
  2. Install a new lower control arm ball stud retaining nut. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
    Fig 1: Identifying Lower Control Arm Ball Stud-To-Steering Knuckle Retaining Nut
    GM1209265Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the upper control arm ball stud to the steering knuckle.
    Fig 2: Identifying Upper Control Arm Ball Stud-To-Steering Knuckle Retaining Nut
    GM1209256Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install a new upper control arm ball stud retaining nut. Refer to Shock Module Replacement .
  5. Install the brake hose bracket to the steering knuckle retaining bolts.
    Fig 3: Identifying Brake Hose Bracket-To-Steering Knuckle Retaining Bolts
    GM1209255Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Connect the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
    Fig 4: Identifying Outer Tie Rod & Steering Knuckle
    GM794578Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the outer tie rod retaining nut. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .
  8. Install the wheel bearing/hub. Refer to Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement .
  9. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  10. Lower the vehicle.
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