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Installation Procedure

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  1. If removed, Install the lower control arms. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
    2. Fig 1: Identifying Utility Stand
    GM333118Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Lower the vehicle on to the frame.
    3. Fig 2: Front Frame Bolts
    GM1873816Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  3. Install the front frame bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 155 N.m (114 lb ft).

    4. Fig 3: Frame Reinforcements
    GM1873817Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the frame reinforcement. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Reinforcement Replacement (2.4L LE5 and 2.4L LAT)  or Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Reinforcement Replacement (3.5L LZ4, 3.6L LY7 and 3.6L LSC) .
  5. Raise the vehicle off of the J 39580  .
    6. Fig 4: Rear Transmission Mount Bolts
    GM1873812Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the rear transmission mount bolts to the frame.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

    7. Fig 5: Front Transmission Mount Thru Bolt
    GM1873814Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the front transmission mount thru bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).

    8. Fig 6: Identifying Power Steering Gear Mounting Bolts
    GM1873840Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the power steering gear mounting bolts (1). Refer to Steering Gear Replacement (HP5) or Steering Gear Replacement (NJ1 or HP7) or Steering Gear Replacement (NVH) .
    9. Fig 7: Identifying Intermediate Shaft
    GM1873839Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the steering shaft coupling to the steering gear. Refer to Steering Shaft Coupling Replacement .
    10. Fig 8: Identifying Lower Ball Joints
    GM1873841Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the lower ball joints to the steering knuckles. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
  11. Install both left and right stabilizer shaft insulator clamps. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Replacement .
  12. Install the two push pins securing the front bumper air deflector to the frame. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Replacement .
  13. Install the engine splash shields. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement .
  14. Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  15. Remove the engine support fixture. Refer to Engine Support Fixture .
    16. Fig 9: View Of Cooling Module Secured To Upper Body Structure
    GM857193Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Release the radiator, air conditioning condenser, and fan module assembly from the upper tie bar.
  17. Install the radiator opening upper cover. Refer to Radiator Opening Upper Cover Replacement .
  18. Check the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .
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