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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the upper ball joint to steering knuckle using J 9519-E, J 21474-01  , and J 45117  .
    Fig 1: Installing Upper Ball Joint To Steering Knuckle
    G01597305Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the upper ball joint retaining clip.
  3. Install the steering knuckle with wheel hub attached. Refer to STEERING KNUCKLE REPLACEMENT (RWD)   or STEERING KNUCKLE REPLACEMENT (4WD)   .
  4. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION  in Tires and Wheels.
  5. Lower the vehicle.
  6. Check the front wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment  SPECIFICATIONS  in Wheel Alignment.
    Fig 2: Installing Upper Ball Joint Retaining Clip
    G01597306Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.