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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Stabilizer Shaft, Insulator, & Insulator Bracket
    GM156946Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the stabilizer shaft (1) to the rear suspension support.
  2. Install the stabilizer shaft insulator brackets (3) and hand tighten the bolts. Do not tighten the bolts at this time.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
    Fig 2: View Of Stabilizer Shaft Link
    GM614968Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the right and left stabilizer shaft link nuts to the stabilizer shaft links (1).

    Tighten: 

    • Tighten the stabilizer shaft link nuts to 52 N.m (38 lb ft).
    • Tighten the stabilizer shaft insulator bracket nuts to 48 N.m (35 lb ft).

  4. Install the tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  5. Lower the vehicle.