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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Wheel Hub And Bearing Assembly
    GM1892548Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the wheel hub and bearing assembly onto the knuckle. Refer to Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement .
  2. Install the lower control arm/ball joint into the knuckle. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement (2WD, Z85, ZQ8) .
    3. NOTE: The following service procedure is for vehicles equipped with 4WD only. If the vehicle is not equipped with 4WD, proceed to Step 4.
  3. Install the wheel drive shaft into the knuckle.
  4. Install the upper control arm/ball joint into the knuckle. Refer to Upper Control Arm Replacement (2WD, Z85, ZQ8)  or Upper Control Arm Replacement (4WD, 2WD, Z71) .
  5. Install the outer tie rod end into the knuckle. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
    6. Fig 2: Speed Senor Wiring Harness
    GM1892545Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the speed senor wiring harness in the retaining clips on the upper control arm and frame.
  7. Install the brake caliper mounting bracket. Refer to Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement .
  8. Install the wheel drive shaft retaining nut to specifications. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
  9. Remove the support from the lower control arm.
  10. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  11. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
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