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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the lower control arm to the crossmember.
    2. Fig 1: Identifying Lower Control Arm To Crossmember Mounting Bolts
    GM629235Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  2. Install the bolts (5) and the nuts (4) to the lower control arm.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  3. Install the cam bolt (1) and the cam washer (2) to the lower control arm.
    4. IMPORTANT: Align the cam indicator to the mark on the lower control arm.
  4. Install the cam nut (3) to the lower control arm.

    Tighten:  Tighten the cam nut to 145 N.m (107 lb ft).

    5. Fig 2: View Of Coil Spring
    GM629214Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the spring jounce bumper to the spring.
  6. Index and install the spring insulator to the spring (2).
  7. Index and install the spring assembly to the control arms (1).
    8. Fig 3: View Of Jack Under Control Arm
    GM629521Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Use the utility stand in order to raise the lower control arm.
    9. Fig 4: View Of Ball Joint, Knuckle & Nut
    GM629211Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the lower ball joint to the knuckle.
  10. Install the lower ball joint nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the ball joint nut to 35 N.m (26 lb ft) plus 130 degrees.

  11. Install the stabilizer shaft link to the lower control arm. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
    12. Fig 5: Identifying Speed Sensor Harness Connector
    GM629523Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Connect the speed sensor harness to the control arm.
  13. Install the speed sensor connector mounting bracket.
  14. Connect the speed sensor harnesses.
  15. Connect the shock absorber to the lower control arm. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement (Front Wheel Drive)  or Shock Absorber Replacement (All Wheel Drive) .
  16. Connect the height sensor link to the lower control arm as necessary.
  17. Install the brake caliper. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement - Rear .
  18. Install the rear wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  19. Lower the vehicle.
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