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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the lower control arm bracket to the vehicle.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the lower control arm bracket mounting bolts to the frame.

    Tighten 

    • Tighten the front lower control arm bracket mounting bolt to 260 N.m (192 lb ft).
    • Tighten the rear lower control arm bracket mounting bolts to 240 N.m (177 lb ft).
  3. Install the lower control arm to the lower control arm bracket.
    Fig 1: Installing Lower Control Arm Bracket Mounting Bolts To Frame
    G01597356Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting bolts.
    IMPORTANT: Ensure that the lower control arm is parallel to the lower control arm bracket during the installation and tightening of the lower control arm mounting bolts and nuts. This will ensure correct alignment of the lower control arm bushings.
  5. Install the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting nuts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nuts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).

    Fig 2: Installing Lower Control Arm To Lower Control Arm Bracket Mounting Bolts
    G01597357Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: There is a washer between the stabilizer shaft link and the lower control arm made of hardened steel and has a felt inner liner. Only replace this washer with an identical washer, standard washers should not be used.
  6. Install the stabilizer shaft link and washer to the lower control arm.
  7. Install the stabilizer shaft link retaining nut.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nut to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).

  8. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION  in Tires and Wheels.
  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Check the front wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment  SPECIFICATIONS  in Wheel alignment.
    Fig 3: Installing Stabilizer Shaft Link Retaining Nut
    G01597358Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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