Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- If you are replacing the upper control arm (1), copy the match marks from the old components to the new components.
- Align the match marks and install the upper control arm and the cam bolt to the rear suspension crossmember.
- Align the match marks and install the cam and the nut to the cam bolt.
- Install the nut (2) and the bolt (3) in order to retain the upper control arm to the knuckle.
- Install the rear drive module. Refer to Crossmember Replacement (AWD) .
- With the weight of the vehicle on the tire and wheel assemblies, tighten the 2 nuts and the 2 bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts and the bolts to 74 N.m (54.6 lb ft).
- Measure the wheel alignment. Adjust if necessary. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment in Wheel Alignment.
IMPORTANT:
Do not tighten the nuts or the bolts. The weight of the vehicle must be on the tire and wheel assemblies before tightening the nuts and the bolts.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.