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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the ball stud to the lower control arm.
  2. Install the NEW ball stud bolts facing down, away from the ball stud.
    NOTE: This is a prevailing torque type fastener. This fastener may be reused ONLY if:
    • The fastener and its counterpart are clean and free from rust.
    • The fastener develops 2 N.m (18 lb in) of torque (drag) against its counterpart prior to the fastener seating.

    If the fastener does not meet these criteria, REPLACE the fastener.

  3. Install the NEW ball stud nuts.

    Tighten: 

    Tighten the NEW ball stud nuts to 68 N.m (50 lb ft) 

    Fig 1: Ball Stud Nuts
    G01720526Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the lower control arm. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
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