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Installation Procedure

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  1. Clean the front frame insulator opening.
  2. Apply a thin coat of rubber lubricant GM P/N 01051717 (Canadian P/N 12345884) or equivalent to the inside of the front frame insulator opening.
  3. Apply a thin coat of rubber lubricant GM P/N 01051717 (Canadian P/N 12345884) or equivalent to the front frame insulator.
  4. Align the front frame insulator to the front frame opening with the front frame alignment tabs facing to the front.
  5. Fig 1: Aligning Front Frame Insulator
    GM777205Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Using theJ 45296  ,or equivalent install the front frame insulator to the front frame.
  7. Install the frame front upper insulators.
  8. Raise the front of the frame.
  9. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  10. Install the front frame bolts and retainers.

    Tighten:  Tighten the front frame bolts to 160 N.m (118 lb ft).

  11. Fig 2: Front Frame Bolts
    GM319188Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove the jackstand.
  13. Connect the fog lamp electrical connectors to the fog lamps.
  14. Connect the steering intermediate shaft. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
  15. Lower the vehicle.