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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Rear Strut To Knuckle
    GM1209590Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the knuckle to the vehicle.
  2. Hand start the strut to knuckle bolts (2) and nuts (1). Do not tighten the nuts at this time.
  3. Fig 2: View Of Trailing Arm & Knuckle
    GM1209586Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Connect the rear suspension trailing arm (2) to the knuckle (3). Refer to Trailing Arm Replacement .
  5. Fig 3: Removing/Installing Rear Strut To Knuckle
    GM1209590Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Connect the rear wheel spindle rods to the knuckle. Refer to Spindle Rod Replacement .
  7. Install the bearing/hub assembly. Refer to Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Rear .
  8. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  9. Tighten the strut to knuckle bolts (2) and nuts (1).

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

  10. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  11. Lower the vehicle.
  12. Inspect the rear wheel alignment, adjust if necessary. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment in Wheel Alignment.