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Installation Procedure

    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 Nuts And Bolts
    GM2497931Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Install Front Suspension Strut Bolts (2) (Qty: 2)
    3. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  3. Install and tighten Front Suspension Strut Nuts (1) (Qty: 2) to 110 N.m (81 lb ft)
  4. Install Front Stabilizer Shaft Link @ Strut Assembly. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement 
  5. Install any harnesses or hoses attached to the strut assembly.
  6. Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
    7. Fig 3: Front Strut Nut And Front Suspension Mount Upper Cup
    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: Special Tool And Torx 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 Cartridge Upper Cover
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  9. Install the front suspension strut cartridge upper cover (1).
  10. Install Air Inlet Grille Panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Chevrolet)Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Buick)
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