Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Chevrolet Trax and 2018 Buick Encore. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Position the stabilizer shaft (1) on the drivetrain and front suspension frame.
- NOTE:
Start ALL fasteners by hand before tightening.
Front Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Clamp Bolt(2) - Install[4x]
- Front Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Clamp Nut(1) - Install and tighten[4x] 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
- Raise the rear of the drivetrain and front suspension frame.
- Install ALL drivetrain and front suspension frame bolts. Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Replacement (Long Cradle)Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Replacement (Short Cradle)Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Replacement (Long Cradle - V5O)
- Remove the adjustable stands from underneath the vehicle.
- Rear Transmission Mount Through Bolt - Install - Transmission Mount Bracket Replacement - Rear (FWD)Transmission Mount Bracket Replacement - Rear (AWD)
- Exhaust Isolator@Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame - Install[2x] - Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (LUV)Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (2H0)Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (LE2)
- Front Lower Control Arm@Steering Knuckle - Install[2x] - Lower Control Arm Replacement
- Front Stabilizer Shaft Link@Front Stabilizer Shaft - Install[2x] - Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement
- Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod@Steering Knuckle - Install[2x] - Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
- Front Wheelhouse Liner-Left Side - Install - Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement (Chevrolet)Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement (Buick)
- Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Transmission Protector - Install - Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Transmission Protector Replacement
- Install the front tire and wheel assemblies. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
- Install the intermediate steering shaft lower universal joint. Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement (N40)Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement (NJ1)
- Measure and adjust the wheel alignment. Wheel Alignment Measurement
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .