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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the steering knuckle to the lower control arm ball stud.
    2. Fig 1: Lower Control Arm Ball Stud-To-Steering Knuckle Retaining Nut
    GM1209265Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install a new lower control arm ball stud retaining nut. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement (AWD)  or Lower Control Arm Replacement (RWD) .
    3. Fig 2: Upper Control Arm Ball Stud-To-Steering Knuckle Retaining Nut
    GM1209256Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the upper control arm ball stud to the steering knuckle.
  4. Install a new upper control arm ball stud retaining nut. Refer to Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly Replacement .
    5. Fig 3: Brake Hose Bracket-To-Steering Knuckle Retaining Bolts
    GM1209255Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  5. Install the brake hose bracket to the steering knuckle retaining bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 14 N.m (10 lb ft).

    6. Fig 4: Outer Tie Rod & Steering Knuckle
    GM794578Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Connect the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
  7. Install the wheel bearing/hub. Refer to Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement (AWD)  or Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement (RWD) .
  8. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  9. Lower the vehicle.
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