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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Rear Suspension Support & Mounting Bolts
    GM175763Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Position the rear suspension support on the vehicle.
  2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the rear suspension support mounting bolts (5, 8, 10, 11).

    Tighten:  Tighten the suspension support mounting bolts to 120 N.m (89 lb ft).

  4. Install the wheel speed sensor wiring harness to the rear support.
  5. Install the bolt to the vapor canister.
  6. Install the lateral links. Refer to Lateral Link Replacement .
  7. Install the ABS electrical harness to the lateral links.
  8. Connect the electrical connectors to the wheel speed sensors.
  9. Install the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement .
  10. Install the parking brake cables to the rear support.
  11. Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  12. Lower the vehicle.
  13. Measure the rear wheel alignment. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment in Wheel Alignment.