Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the wheel speed sensor connector bracket to the knuckle.
- Install the wheel speed sensor connector bracket bolt and nut.
Tighten: Tighten the wheel speed sensor bracket nut to 12 N.m (106 lb in).
- Install the knuckle into the vehicle.
- Install the ball joint to the knuckle nut.
Tighten: Tighten the ball joint nut to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
- Connect the upper control arm to the knuckle.
Tighten: Tighten the upper control arm nut to 85 N.m (63 lb ft).
- If necessary, connect the height sensor link to the lower control arm.
- Connect the tie rod to the knuckle.
Tighten: Tighten the tie rod nut to 80 N.m (59 lb ft).
- Remove the utility stand supporting the lower control arm.
- Install the wheel bearing/hub. Refer to Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Rear (Front Wheel Drive/Drum) or Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Rear (Disc and AWD) .
- Install the rear wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Lower the vehicle.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.