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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the spindle rod (5) to the vehicle.
  2. Install the spindle rod (5) to the knuckle (8).
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  3. Install the spindle rod to knuckle bolt (4) and nut.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt to 150 N.m (110 lb ft).

    Fig 1: Installing Spindle Rod And Knuckle Bolt
    G01757248Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the spindle rod to the rear suspension support.
  5. Install the bolt (1) and nut to the rear suspension support.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt to 140 N.m (103 lb ft).

  6. Install the rear suspension support. Refer to Support Replacement 
  7. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
  8. Lower the vehicle.
  9. Adjust the wheel toe angle. For wheel alignment specifications, refer toINTRIGUE in Wheel Alignment.
    Fig 2: Installing Bolt And Nut To Rear Suspension Support
    G01757249Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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