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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Insulators, Clamps & Stabilizer Shaft
    GM2013269Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Install the insulators (3), the clamps (2), on the stabilizer shaft (4).
  2. Install the stabilizer shaft (4) on the support (5).
  3. Install the clamp bolts (1) and tighten to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).
  4. Fig 2: Identifying Stabilizer Shaft Bolts
    GM1236972Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Install the stabilizer shaft to knuckle bolts and tighten the bolts to 55 N.m (41 lb ft).
  6. NOTE:

    When lifting the rear support back into position, guide the rear shock absorbers into the proper mounting position.

  7. Raise the rear support back into position.
  8. Fig 3: Identifying Support Mounting Bolts
    GM2013226Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  9. Install the rear support bolts (1). Refer to Support Replacement .
  10. Install the upper shock absorber mounting bolts. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement 
  11. Install the trailing arm bracket bolts. Refer to Rear Axle Control Trailing Arm and Rear Suspension Control Arm Bracket Replacement .
  12. Install the rear coil springs. Refer to Rear Spring Insulator Replacement .
  13. Remove the adjustable jack stands from the rear support.
  14. Install the rear brake calipers on the knuckles. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement .
  15. Install the park brake cables on the trailing arms. Refer to Parking Brake Rear Cable Replacement .
  16. Install the rear muffler assembly. Refer to Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LE5 or LE9 With MH8) , Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LY7) .
  17. Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  18. Lower the vehicle.