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Installation Procedure

  1. Position the steering knuckle onto the lower control arm ball stud, while guiding the axle through the knuckle.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the strut to knuckle bolts and nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts and nuts to 120 N.m (89 lb ft).

    3. Fig 1: View Of Strut-To-Steering Knuckle Nuts & Bolts
    GM866391Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: The torque sequence must be followed in the order that is listed.
  3. Install the lower control arm ball stud to steering knuckle pinch bolt and nut.

    Tighten: 

    1. First Pass: Tighten the nut to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
    2. Reverse nut 3/4 turn
    3. Second Pass: Tighten the nut to 50 N.m (37 lb ft) + 30 degrees.

    4. Fig 2: Identifying Lower Control Arm Ball Stud-To-Steering Knuckle Pinch Bolt
    GM851659Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).

    5. Fig 3: View Of Tie Rod End To Steering Knuckle
    GM854972Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the wheel bearing, brake rotor, brake caliper and front wheels. Refer to Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Front .
  6. Lower the vehicle.
  7. Road test the vehicle in order to verify alignment. If a lead or pull is present refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment in Wheel Alignment.
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