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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install a new ball joint into the lower control arm.
    1. 1.1 Press in the ball joint using J 9519-D  . The ball joint will bottom on the control arm.
    2. 1.2 Locate the grease fitting facing inboard.
      Fig 1: Installing Ball Joint Into Lower Control Arm
      G01467652Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the ball joint stud into the steering knuckle.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the lower ball stud nut.

    Tighten 

    1. Tighten the lower ball stud nut to 108 N.m (79 lb ft).
    2. Tighten in order to align the slot in the stud nut with the hole in the stud.
  4. Install a new cotter pin to the stud.
  5. Lubricate the lower ball joint.
  6. Install the brake caliper. Refer to BRAKE CALIPER -- FRONT SINGLE PISTON or BRAKE CALIPER -- FRONT DUAL PISTON in Disc Brakes.
  7. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
  8. Lower the vehicle.
  9. Check the front wheel alignment. Refer to MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT in Wheel Alignment.
    Fig 2: Installing Ball Joint Stud Into Steering Knuckle
    G01467653Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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