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Installation Procedure

  1. If applicable, install the heat shield.
    IMPORTANT: Ensure the stabilizer is swung in the upmost position for gear clearance.
  2. Install the steering gear from the right side of the vehicle.
    3. Fig 1: View Of Steering Gear & Steering Gear-To-Frame Bolts
    GM927957Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Center the gear mounting bushings into the cradle supports.
  4. Hand start both steering gear to cradle mounting bolts.

    Tighten 

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

    5. Fig 2: Shift Cable Clip & Steering Gear
    GM927988Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. On CVT equipped vehicles, install the shift cable clip to the steering gear.
  6. Connect the intermediate shaft to the steering gear and install a new pinch bolt.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the intermediate pinch bolt to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).

    7. Fig 3: View Of Stabilizer Shaft & Link
    GM927949Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Hold the ball stud to prevent turning during installation of the nut.
  7. Connect the stabilizer links to the stabilizer bar.
    8. Fig 4: View Of Tie Rod, Knuckle & Tapered Ball Stud
    GM891579Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Hold the ball stud to prevent turning during installation of the nut.
  8. Using the J 44015 , seat the ball stud taper to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
    9. Fig 5: View Of Tie Rod End To Steering Knuckle
    GM854972Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the J 44015 and install a new nuts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nut to 25 N.m (18 lb ft) plus 90 degrees.

  10. Install the front tires and wheels.
  11. Check the front wheel alignment and align as necessary.
  12. Lower the vehicle.
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