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Installation Procedure

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  1. Position the stabilizer link through the lower control arm.
  2. Fig 1: View Of Stabilizer Link-To-Lower Control Arm Nut
    GM1828854Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
    NOTE: When connecting the stabilizer link, hold the link with a wrench to prevent turning.
  3. Install the stabilizer link to lower control arm nut and tighten to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
  4. Fig 2: View Of Stabilizer Link-To-Stabilizer Shaft Nut
    GM1828864Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Use a 90 degree bend TORX® bit to hold the ball stud when tightening the nut.
  5. Install the stabilizer link to stabilizer shaft nut and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
  6. Fig 3: View Of Stabilizer Bar Clamp & Bolts
    GM1828862Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Tighten the loose stabilizer shaft clamp bolts to 70 N.m (52 lb ft).
  8. Install the rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  9. Lower the vehicle.