Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Cadillac CT5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Front Suspension Strut (1) - Install
Front Suspension Strut Upper Mounting Nut (1) - Install, but do NOT tighten [3x]
Steering Knuckle Bolt (2) - Install [2x]
- Steering Knuckle Nut (1) - Install and tighten [2x]
- First Pass:150 N.m (111 lb ft)
- Final Pass:80 - 95 degrees
- Front Stabilizer Shaft Link@Front Suspension Strut - Install - Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (FE2) , or Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (FE3, FE4)
Reposition the front brake hose and install the brake hose fitting bolt (2) to the front suspension strut bracket. Front Brake Hose Replacement (J56) , or Front Brake Hose Replacement (JL9) , or Front Brake Hose Replacement (J57, J6H)
- Install the front wheel speed sensor harness retainer to the front suspension strut bracket.
- Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (without J57) , or Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (with J57)
- Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
Front Suspension Strut Upper Mounting Nut (1) - Tighten [3x]27 N.m (20 lb ft)
- Measure and adjust the wheel alignment. Wheel Alignment Measurement
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .