Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Rear Transmission Mount Bracket & Bolts

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

If equipped with FWD, install the transmission mount bracket to the transmission.
Tighten: Tighten the bracket to transmission bolts to 55 N.m (41 lb ft).

Fig 2: Removing Rear Powertrain Mount Bracket Bolts From The PTU

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If equipped with AWD, install the transmission mount bracket to the power takeoff.
Tighten: Tighten the bracket to power takeoff bolts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).

Fig 3: View Of Transaxle Mount And Mounting Bolts

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Install the rear transmission mount. Refer to Transmission Rear Mount Replacement .

Fig 4: View Of Steering Gear & Steering Gear-To-Frame Bolts

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Lower the steering gear in to the steering gear mounts.
Hand start both steering gear to frame bolts.
Tighten the steering gear to frame bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).

Fig 5: Removing/Installing Steering Shaft To Intermediate Shaft

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Install the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear.
Install a new intermediate steering shaft pinch bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).

Fig 6: View Of Stabilizer Shaft & Link

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Connect the stabilizer link to the stabilizer shaft.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 65 N.m (48 lb ft).

Fig 7: View Of Tie Rod End To Steering Knuckle

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Install the left outer tie rod to the steering knuckle. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .
Lower the vehicle.