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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Lower Control Arm
    GM1870075Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the lower control arm (4).
  2. Install the lower control arm bolts (3).
  3. Install the washers (2).
    4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  4. Install the lower control arm retaining nuts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten nuts to 175 N.m (129 lb ft).

  5. Install the lower ball joint in the steering knuckle.
    6. Fig 2: View Of Lower Ball Joint Retaining Nut
    GM1761079Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the NEW lower ball joint retaining nut.

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

    7. Fig 3: View Of Lower Shock Absorber Module Mount Bolts
    GM1761077Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the lower shock absorber module mount bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  8. Remove the support for the steering knuckle and upper control arm.
  9. Install the wheel drive shaft, if equipped. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (2500) or Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (1500) .
  10. Install the stabilizer shaft link to the lower control arm. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (2500)  or Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (1500) .
  11. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  12. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
  13. Align the front end. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .
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