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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Ball Joint At Lower Control Arm
    GM1853595Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Position the ball joint on the lower control arm.
    2. Fig 2: View Of Ball Joint Mounting Nuts & Bolts
    GM1853614Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
    NOTE: When tightening the mounting nuts and bolts for the ball joint, hold the bolt and torque the nut for the proper torque measure.
  2. Install the ball joint mounting nuts and bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the mounting nuts to 68 N.m (50 lb ft).

  3. Remove the lower control arm assembly from the vise.
  4. Install the lower control arm. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
  5. Check the front end alignment of the vehicle. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications .
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