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Installation Procedure

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  1. GM5335664Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Phenolic spacer must be present to prevent galvanic/corrosive reaction and/or excessive temperature conduction between engine mount bracket and engine mount. Replace mount if phenolic spacer is missing or damaged. Failure to ensure phenolic spacer is intact and not damaged can lead to premature failure of engine mount and/or engine mount bracket.

    Inspect each engine mount to ensure the phenolic spacer (1) is in place and not damaged.

  2. GM5335622Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle (1) - Install

  3. GM6002712Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution

    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.

    Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle Front Bolt (1) - Install NEW and tighten [4x]

    1. First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: (90 - 105 degrees)
  4. 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.

  5. Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle Rear Bolt (2) - Install NEW and tighten [2x]
    1. First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: (90 - 105 degrees)
  6. Remove the jack or support stand from the drivetrain and front suspension cradle.
  7. GM5336424Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Intermediate Steering Shaft (1) @ Steering Gear - Install - Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement (AWD)

  8. Position the transmission fluid cooler inlet and outlet pipe to the drivetrain and front suspension cradle.
  9. GM5483501Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Transmission Fluid Cooler Inlet and Outlet Pipe Replacement (LGY, AWD)

  10. Position both auxiliary water pumps to the auxiliary water pump brackets.
  11. GM5562772Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Charge Air Cooler Bracket Nut (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Auxiliary Water Pump Replacement (AWD with LGY Charge Air Coolant Pump) , or Auxiliary Water Pump Replacement (AWD with LGY Heater Coolant Pump)

  12. GM5569089Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Heater Water Auxiliary Pump Bracket Nut (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Auxiliary Water Pump Replacement (AWD with LGY Charge Air Coolant Pump) , or Auxiliary Water Pump Replacement (AWD with LGY Heater Coolant Pump)

  13. GM5324557Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Connect the electrical connectors (1) at the electric belt drive rack and pinion steering gear.

  14. GM4991551Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Left side shown, right side similar.

    Stabilizer Shaft Link - Left Side and Right Side (1) @ Stabilizer Shaft - Install [2x] - Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (FE2) , or Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (FE3, FE4)

  15. GM6074210Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Left side shown, right side similar.

    Front Lower Control Rear Link - Left Side and Right Side (1) @ Steering Knuckle - Install [2x] - Front Lower Control Rear Link Replacement (AWD)

  16. GM6074234Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Left side shown, right side similar.

    Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod - Left Side and Right Side (1) @ Steering Knuckle - Install [2x] - Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement (without Blackwing)

  17. GM6074197Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Left side shown, right side similar.

    Front Lower Control Front Link - Left Side and Right Side (1) @ Steering Knuckle - Install [2x] - Front Lower Control Front Link Replacement (AWD)

  18. GM5317837Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Crossmember Brace - Left Side (3) - Install - Front Crossmember Brace Replacement - Left Side 

  19. GM5318200Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Crossmember Brace - Right Side (3) - Install - Front Crossmember Brace Replacement - Right Side 

  20. GM5284452Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Bumper Fascia Center Air Deflector (1) - Install - Front Bumper Fascia Center Air Deflector Replacement

  21. GM5312502Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Left side shown, right side similar.

    Front Tire Front Air Deflector - Left Side and Right Side (2) - Install [2x] - Front Tire Front Air Deflector Replacement (without Blackwing) 

  22. GM5313368Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Compartment Air Deflector (1) - Install - Front Compartment Air Deflector Replacement (AWD) 

  23. GM5312788Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Left side shown, right side similar.

    Front Wheelhouse Liner - Left Side and Right Side (3) - Install [2x] - Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement 

  24. GM5335537Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Engine Mount Nut - Right Side (1) - Install and tighten - Engine Mount Replacement - Right Side

  25. GM5500910Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Turbocharger Heat Shield - Right Side Lower (2) - Install - Turbocharger Heat Shield Replacement - Right Side Lower (LGY)

  26. GM5335541Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Engine Mount Nut - Left Side (1) - Install and tighten - Engine Mount Replacement - Left Side

  27. Remove the wire or strap used to secure the air conditioning condenser, engine coolant fan, and the radiator assembly to the left and right side radiator upper brackets.
  28. Remove the engine support fixture.
  29. If the front drivetrain and suspension cradle is replaced, measure and adjust the wheel alignment. Wheel Alignment Measurement