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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the upper control arm shaft to the upper control arm.
  2. Install the control arm bushings to the upper control arm. Use the J 22269-01  and a short piece of pipe that is the same outer diameter as the rubber bushing.
    Fig 1: Installing Upper Control Arm Shaft To Upper Control Arm
    G01467689Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Tighten J 22269-01  until the bushing is positioned on the shaft and the upper control arm as shown. The measurement should be 12.8-13.8 mm (0.48-0.52 in) on both ends.
    Fig 2: Upper Control Arm Bushings
    G01467690Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the washers and the nuts to the upper control arm shaft. Do not tighten the nuts.
  5. Remove the upper control arm from the vise.
  6. Install the upper control arm to the vehicle. Refer to UPPER CONTROL ARM REPLACEMENT (RWD)  or UPPER CONTROL ARM REPLACEMENT (4WD) .
    Fig 3: Installing Washers & Nuts To Upper Control Arm Shaft
    G01467691Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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