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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the ball joint (4) into the control arm (2).
  2. Install the 3 ball joint bolts (3) and the nuts (1). Follow the instructions in the ball joint kit. Tighten the ball joint bolts (3) according to the specifications in the instructions.
  3. Install the lower control arm (2) to the front suspension support (1)
  4. Install the lower control arm front (5) and rear (4) mounting bolts.
    • Tighten the front bolt to 107 N.m (79 ft lbs).
    • Tighten the rear bolt to 170 N.m (125 ft lbs).
  5. Install the lower ball joint stud (3) to the steering knuckle (2).
  6. Install the ball joint stud (3) through the steering knuckle (2).
  7. Install the ball joint nut (4). Tighten the ball joint nut to 55 N.m (41 ft lbs) minimum - 65 N.m (50 ft lbs) maximum to install the cotter pin.
  8. Install the wiring harness to the lower control arm.
  9. Install the cotter pin (1).
  10. If the vehicle is equipped with a stabilizer shaft, remove the stabilizer shaft link.
  11. Install the tire and wheel assemblies.
  12. Inspect the front wheel alignment.
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