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Installation Procedure

  1. Stabilizer Shaft (1)» Install
    Fig 1: Bolts
    GM4199197Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Bolt (2)» Install NEW bolts. [4x]
    WARNING: Torque-to-Yield Fastener Warning
    CAUTION: Fastener Caution
    1. First Pass: 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: 30-45 degrees Use the special tool: EN-45059  meter
  3. Make sure the notch in the steering column dash outer seal (1) is still correctly aligned to the nose on the electric belt drive rack and pinion steering gear.
    Fig 2: Steering Column Dash Outer Seal
    GM4067550Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Raise the drivetrain and front suspension frame cradle until a distance to the vehicle of 136 mm (5.35 in).
  5. Raise the drivetrain and front suspension frame cradle to the vehicle.
  6. Retainer (2) @ Cable Bracket (1)» Install [2x]
    Fig 3: Retainers
    GM4199232Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Electrical Connector (1) @ Power Steering Assist Motor (2)» Connect
    Fig 4: Electrical Connectors
    GM4290277Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE: Raise the drivetrain and the front suspension cradle as necessary.
  8. Electrical Connector (1) @ Power Steering Assist Motor (3)» Connect
  9. Steering Gear Heat Shield» Install - Steering Gear Heat Shield Replacement
  10. Make sure the steering column dash outer seal (3) fits correctly on the electric belt drive rack and pinion steering gear (2). See arrows.
    Fig 5: Steering Column Dash Outer Seal, Electric Belt Drive Rack And Pinion Steering Gear
    GM4067551Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  11. Make sure the steering column dash outer seal fits correctly on the dash panel front lower cross bar (1). See arrows.
  12. Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle Rear Bolt (1)» Install [4x] - Install NEW bolts. - Do NOT tighten.
    Fig 6: Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle Rear, Extension and Front Bolts
    GM4253961Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  13. Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle Front Bolt (2)» Install [2x] - Install NEW bolts. - Do NOT tighten.
  14. Drivetrain and Front Suspension Crossmember Extension Bolt (3)» Install [2x] - Do NOT tighten.
  15. Make sure the drivetrain and front suspension cradle (1) fits closely to the vehicle.
    Fig 7: Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle With Pins
    GM4199196Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  16. Guide the 2 CH-51034  pins (2) through the bores of the drivetrain and front suspension cradle into the underbody.
  17. Transmission Mount Strut Bolt (1) @ Transmission Mount Strut (2)» Install NEW bolts. - Do NOT tighten.
    Fig 8: Transmission Mount Strut And Bolt
    GM4199199Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  18. Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle Rear Bolt (1)» Tighten [4x]
    Fig 9: Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle Rear, Extension And Front Bolts
    GM4253961Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    WARNING: Torque-to-Yield Fastener Warning
    1. First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: 90-105 degrees. Use the special tool: EN-45059  meter
  19. Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle Front Bolt (2)» Tighten [2x]
    WARNING: Torque-to-Yield Fastener Warning
    1. First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: 90-105 degrees. Use the special tool: EN-45059  meter
  20. Drivetrain and Front Suspension Crossmember Extension Bolt (3)» Tighten [2x] 58 N.m (43 lb ft)
  21. CH-51034  Pin» Remove [2x]
  22. Transmission Mount Strut Bolt (1) @ Transmission Mount Strut (2)» Install and tighten - Install NEW bolts.
    Fig 10: Transmission Mount Strut And Bolt
    GM4199199Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    WARNING: Torque-to-Yield Fastener Warning
    1. First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: 90-105 degrees. Use the special tool: EN-45059  meter
  23. Exhaust Muffler Insulator Nut (1)» Tighten 22 N.m (16 lb ft) [2x]
    Fig 11: Exhaust Muffler Insulator Nuts
    GM4199191Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  24. Stabilizer Shaft Link (1) @ Stabilizer Shaft (3)» Connect
    Fig 12: Stabilizer Shaft Link, Stabilizer Shaft And Nut
    GM4067549Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  25. Stabilizer Shaft Link Nut (2) @ Stabilizer Shaft Link (1)» Install and tighten 65 N.m (48 lb ft) [2x] - Install NEW nuts.
  26. Connect the outer tie rods to the steering knuckles. (3) [2x]
    Fig 13: Outer Tie Rod, Steering Knuckle And Nut
    GM4199195Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  27. Install a NEW steering linkage outer tie rod nut. (1) [2x]
    WARNING: Torque-to-Yield Fastener Warning
    NOTE: Support the steering linkage outer tie rod joint with a hydraulic jack.
    1. First Pass: 35 N.m (26 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: 30-45 degrees. Use the special tool: EN-45059  meter
  28. Install the lower control arm ball joint to the steering knuckle.
    Fig 14: Nut
    GM4199193Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE: Support the lower control arm ball joint with a hydraulic jack.
    NOTE: Hold against the hex of the threaded stud to tighten the nut (1).
  29. Nut (1) Install and tighten [2x]
    WARNING: Torque-to-Yield Fastener Warning
    1. First Pass: 35 N.m (26 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: 30-45 degrees. Use the special tool: EN-45059  meter
  30. {If equipped} Front Compartment Splash Shield» Install - Front Compartment Splash Shield Replacement
  31. {If equipped} Front Compartment Air Deflector» Install - Front Compartment Air Deflector Replacement
  32. {If equipped} Front Compartment Insulator» Install - Front Compartment Insulator Replacement
  33. Front Bumper Fascia Extension» Install - Front Bumper Fascia Extension Replacement
  34. Install the front tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  35. Detach the radiator (2) from the front end upper tie bar.
    Fig 15: Radiator And Lashing Straps
    GM3978266Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE: Graphic shows the vehicle front without bumper for the sake of clarity.
  36. Install the radiator air upper deflector (1).
    Fig 16: Radiator Air Upper Deflector And Clips
    GM4253989Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  37. Clip in the 2 clips (2).
  38. Retainer (1)» Install [3x]
    Fig 17: Retainers
    GM4253988Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  39. Retainer (1)» Install [3x]
  40. Steering Column Dash Inner Seal» Install - Steering Column Dash Inner Seal Replacement
  41. Connect the steering intermediate shaft to the steering gear. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement
  42. Battery Negative Cable» Connect - Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
  43. Measure and adjust the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement
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