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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Positioning Stabilizer Shaft
    GM1856656Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Position the stabilizer shaft on the front frame.
  2. Install the left and right stabilizer shaft insulators and brackets. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Replacement .
  3. Connect the stabilizer shaft links to the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
  4. Using the jack stands, raise the front frame to the vehicle body leaving a gap of approximately 12 mm (0.5 in).
    5. Fig 2: Identifying Front Frame Mounting Bolts
    GM1856458Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  5. Install the front frame mounting bolts (2) and tighten to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).
  6. Tighten the front frame mounting bolts an additional 90 degrees.
  7. Tighten the front frame reinforcement mounting bolts (1) to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
    8. Fig 3: Identifying Rear Frame Mounting Bolt
    GM1856464Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the front frame rear mounting bolts (1) and tighten to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).
  9. Tighten the front frame rear mounting bolts an additional 90 degrees.
    10. Fig 4: Identifying Frame Reinforcement Mounting Bolts
    GM1856440Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the left and right front frame reinforcement mounting bolts and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
  11. Remove the adjustable jack stands.
  12. Install the bolt from the intermediate shaft bracket to the front cradle. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Intermediate Shaft Replacement .
  13. Connect the outer tie rods to the knuckle. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
  14. Install the rear propeller shaft, if equipped. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement .
  15. Install the front tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  16. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
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