Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Cadillac Seville. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the upper insulator to the body. See Fig 1.
- Install the lower insulator to the lower control arm. See Fig 2.
- Install the coil spring ensuring the insulator is seated in the lower control arm.NOTE: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Raise the lower control arm and install the shock absorber retaining bolts. See Figure. Tighten the shock absorber retaining bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Install the adjustment link to the lower control arm. See Figure.
- Install the adjustment link retaining nut. Tighten the adjustment link retaining nut to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).CAUTION: Before lowering the vehicle onto it's wheels (or before driving the vehicle, if it was not on a lift) turn the ignition on and wait approximately 45 seconds. This will permit the ALC system to execute the ARC ensuring that the air adjustable shock absorbers are filled with residual pressure.
- Connect the automatic level control air tube to the shock.
- Install the tires and wheels. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in TIRES AND WHEELS article.
- Lower the vehicle.