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Installation Procedure

  1. GM4199197

    Stabilizer Shaft(1) - Install

    2. WARNING:

    Torque-to-Yield Fastener Warning

    CAUTION:

    Fastener Caution

  2. Bolt(2) - Install NEW bolts.[4x]
    1. First Pass: 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: 30 - 45 degrees Use the special tool: EN-45059  meter
  3. GM4067550

    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.

  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. GM4199232

    Retainer(2)@Cable Bracket(1) - Install[2x]

  7. GM4290277
    NOTE:

    Raise the drivetrain and the front suspension cradle as necessary.

    Electrical Connector(1)@Power Steering Assist Motor(2) - Connect

  8. Electrical Connector(1)@Power Steering Assist Motor(3) - Connect
  9. Steering Gear Heat Shield - Install - Steering Gear Heat Shield Replacement
  10. GM4067551

    Make sure the steering column dash outer seal (3) fits correctly on the electric belt drive rack and pinion steering gear (2). See arrows.

  11. Make sure the steering column dash outer seal fits correctly on the dash panel front lower cross bar (1). See arrows.
  12. GM4253961

    Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle Rear Bolt(1) - Install[4x] - Install NEW bolts. - Do NOT tighten.

  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. GM4199196

    Make sure the drivetrain and front suspension cradle (1) fits closely to the vehicle.

  16. Guide the 2 CH-51034  pins (2) through the bores of the drivetrain and front suspension cradle into the underbody.
  17. GM4199199

    Transmission Mount Strut Bolt(1)@Transmission Mount Strut(2) - Install NEW bolts. - Do NOT tighten.

  18. GM4253961
    WARNING:

    Torque-to-Yield Fastener Warning

    Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle Rear Bolt(1) - Tighten[4x]

    1. First Pass:100 N.m (74 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass:90 - 105 degrees Use the special tool: EN-45059  meter
    19. WARNING:

    Torque-to-Yield Fastener Warning

  19. Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle Front Bolt(2) - Tighten[2x]
    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. GM4199199
    WARNING:

    Torque-to-Yield Fastener Warning

    Transmission Mount Strut Bolt(1)@Transmission Mount Strut(2) - Install and tighten - Install NEW bolts.

    1. First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: 90 - 105 degrees Use the special tool: EN-45059  meter
  23. GM4199191

    Exhaust Muffler Insulator Nut(1) - Tighten 22 N.m (16 lb ft)[2x]

  24. GM4067549

    Stabilizer Shaft Link(1)@Stabilizer Shaft(3) - Connect

  25. Stabilizer Shaft Link Nut(2)@Stabilizer Shaft Link(1) - Install and tighten 65 N.m (48 lb ft)[2x] - Install NEW nuts.
  26. GM4199195

    Connect the outer tie rods to the steering knuckles.(3)[2x]

    27. WARNING:

    Torque-to-Yield Fastener Warning

    NOTE:

    Support the steering linkage outer tie rod joint with a hydraulic jack.

  27. Install a NEW steering linkage outer tie rod nut.(1)[2x]
    1. First Pass: 35 N.m (26 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: 30 - 45 degreesUse the special tool: EN-45059  meter
  28. GM4199193
    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).

    Install the lower control arm ball joint to the steering knuckle.

    29. WARNING:

    Torque-to-Yield Fastener Warning

  29. Nut(1)Install and tighten[2x]
    1. First Pass: 35 N.m (26 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: 30 - 45 degreesUse 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 (without Front Bumper Shutter)Front Bumper Fascia Extension Replacement (with Front Bumper Shutter)
  34. Install the front tire and wheel assemblies. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  35. GM3978266
    NOTE:

    Graphic shows the vehicle front without bumper for the sake of clarity.

    Detach the radiator (2) from the front end upper tie bar.

  36. GM4253989

    Install the radiator air upper deflector (1).

  37. Clip in the 2 clips (2).
  38. GM4253988

    Retainer(1) - Install[3x]

  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. Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement
  42. Battery Negative Cable - Connect - Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
  43. Measure and adjust the wheel alignment. Wheel Alignment Measurement
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