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Installation Procedure

  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 (RWD)
    G01670446Courtesy 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: Tightening J 22269-01 Until Bushing Is Positioned On Shaft And Upper Control Arm As Shown (RWD)
    G01670447Courtesy 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 And Nuts To Upper Control Arm Shaft (RWD)
    G01670448Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.