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Adjust Link Replacement

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Fig 1: Rear Suspension Adjust Link & Mounting Components
GM2832705Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (V-Series) and Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Base) .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (October 4th 2015 and Earlier)Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (October 5th 2015 and Later) .
1 Rear Suspension Adjust Link Inner Nut
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
NOTE: Ensure the cam washer is sitting flat in the cradle bracket.

Tighten 
  • First Pass: 70 N.m (52 lb ft)
  • Final Pass: plus 105 degrees
2 Rear Suspension Adjust Link Inner Bolt
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.

Remove and discard the inner bolt. DO NOT re-use. Replace with NEW only.
NOTE: Ensure the cam washer is sitting flat in the cradle bracket.
3 Rear Suspension Adjust Link Outer Bolt
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.
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
NOTE: Discard the outer bolt. DO NOT re-use. Replace with NEW only

Tighten 
  • First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
  • Final Pass: plus 105 degrees
4 Rear Suspension Adjust Link
Procedure 
Align the rear end of the vehicle. Refer to Rear Toe Adjustment .
NOTE: Note the orientation of the adjust link when removing for proper installation. Flat side of adjust link should face front of vehicle.