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Installation Procedure

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  1. GM5507536Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Wheel Drive Shaft Retaining Ring (2) @ Front Wheel Drive Half Shaft (1) - Install NEW

  2. GM5341523Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Wheel Drive Half Shaft (1) - Install

  3. GM5341521Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Partially install the front wheel drive half shaft (1) into the front differential carrier.

  4. Remove the DT-51504  Seal Protector (2) from the front axle shaft seal.
    5. NOTE:

    Ensure that the front wheel drive half shaft (1) is securely engaged to the front wheel drive intermediate shaft.

  5. Completely install the front wheel drive half shaft (1) into the front differential carrier.
  6. GM5507513Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod (2) @ Steering Knuckle - Install

    7. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  7. Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
  8. GM5507502Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    The final torque on the steering knuckle nut (2) is to be applied during the front camber adjustment procedure.

    Front Suspension Strut @ Steering Knuckle - Install

  9. Steering Knuckle Bolt (1) - Install [2x]
  10. Steering Knuckle Nut (2) - Install and hand tighten [2x]
  11. Have an assistant apply the brakes.
  12. GM5507500Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.

    Front Wheel Drive Shaft Nut (1) - Install NEW and tighten - Fastener Specifications 

  13. GM5507495Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Engine Front Splash Shield (2) - Install

  14. Engine Front Splash Shield Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [5x] - Fastener Specifications
  15. Engine Front Splash Shield Retainer (3) - Install
  16. Install the right front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  17. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
  18. Verify the front camber adjustment. Front Camber Adjustment
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