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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Front Strut Assembly
    GM2497960Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Position the front strut assembly (1) on the vehicle.
    2. Fig 2: Front Strut Components
    GM2497931Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Front Suspension Strut Bolt (2) - Install
    3. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  3. Front Suspension Strut Nut (1) - Install and tighten 110 N.m (81 lb ft)
  4. Front Stabilizer Shaft Link@Strut Assembly - Install - Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement 
  5. Install any harnesses or hoses attached to the strut assembly.
  6. Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
    7. Fig 3: Front Strut Nut & Retaining Plate
    GM2497571Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Install the front suspension mount upper cup (2) and the front strut rod mount nut (1).
    8. Fig 4: Socket & Torx(R) Bit
    GM2424066Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Use the CH-49375  wrench (2) and the appropriate hand tools to tighten the front strut rod mount nut to 65 N.m (48 lb ft).
    9. Fig 5: Front Suspension Strut Mount Plate Nut Cap
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  9. Install the front suspension strut cartridge upper cover (1).
  10. Air Inlet Grille Panel - Install - Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Trax)Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Encore)
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