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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Center Line of the Control Arm
    GM1656144Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Align the flat edge of the bushing to be 90 degrees to the fluid axis (1). The fluid axis is 9 degrees from the center line of the control arm.
  2. Fig 2: Using J 28685 & J 9519-E To Install The Control Arm Bushing
    GM185895Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Use the J 28685  and the J 9519-E  in order to install the control arm bushing. See Special Tools .
  4. Fig 3: Installation Dimension
    GM1656148Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: The bushing must extend 30 mm (1.18 in) from the control arm.
  5. The bushing is installed to the proper depth when the end of the bushing is aligned with the indicator line on the J 28685  . See Special Tools .
  6. Use the utility stand in order to raise the rear axle.
  7. Install the control arm bolt to the rear axle. Refer to Rear Axle Replacement .
  8. Remove the utility stand.
  9. Lower the vehicle.