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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the following components on the suspension crossmember if removed:
    2. Fig 1: Identifying Front Sub-Frame Mounting Bolts
    GM1580120Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Lower the vehicle on to the frame.
  3. Install the frame reinforcements (3).
  4. Install the front frame bolts. Hand tighten ONLY.
  5. Install the reinforcement bolts. Hand tighten ONLY.
    6. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  6. Install the rear frame bolts (4).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 100 N.m (74 lb ft) plus 90 degrees rotation.

  7. Tighten the front frame bolts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 100 N.m (74 lb ft) plus 90 degrees rotation.

    8. Fig 2: Identifying Reinforcement Mounting Bolts
    GM1580124Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the reinforcement bolts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).

  9. Raise the vehicle.
  10. Install the rear transmission mount bracket fasteners. Refer to Transmission Rear Mount Replacement (ME7/MN5) or Transmission Rear Mount Replacement .
    11. Fig 3: View Of Front Transmission Mount Through Bolt
    GM1229805Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the front transmission mount bracket bolt. Refer to Transmission Front Mount Replacement (ME7/MN5) or Transmission Front Mount Replacement .
  12. Install the power steering gear mounting bolts. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement (EPS) .
  13. Connect the steering gear to the intermediate shaft. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .
    14. Fig 4: View Of Stabilizer Link & Stabilizer Shaft
    GM1229970Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Install both stabilizer links to the stabilizer bar.

    Tighten:  Tighten the stabilizer link nut to 65 N.m (48 lb ft).

  15. Install the tie rod ends to the steering knuckles. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
    16. Fig 5: Identifying Steering Knuckle Pinch Bolt
    GM1237957Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Install the lower ball joints to the steering knuckles.

    Tighten:  Tighten the ball stud to steering knuckle pinch nut to 50 N.m (37 lb ft). Reverse the nut 3/4 of a turn. Tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft) plus 60 degrees.

  17. Install the front fender liner. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Panel Splash Shield Replacement .
  18. Install the engine splash shield. Refer to Radiator Air Lower Baffle and Deflector Replacement .
  19. Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  20. LE5 only, install the front catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement (LAT or LE5) or Catalytic Converter Replacement (LE5 With MH8) .
  21. Remove the engine support fixture.
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