Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Suzuki Swift +, 2008 Pontiac Wave, and 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Crossmember Assembly

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Install the stabilizer bar, power steering gear set, and control arm from the crossmember.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the crossmember assembly front to body nut and the crossmember assembly rear to body bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the crossmember assembly front to body nut and rear to body bolt to 150 N.m (111 lb ft).

Fig 2: Power Steering Pipe Fittings

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Connect the intermediate shaft lower joint and power steering pipe fittings.
Tighten: Tighten the power steering pipe fittings to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).

Fig 3: Engine Mounting Reaction Rod & Bolts

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Install the engine mounting reaction rod bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the engine mounting reaction rod bolts to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).

Fig 4: Control Arm Ball Joint & Stabilizer Shaft Link Nut

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Install the tie rod end ball joint nut.
Tighten: Tighten the tie rod end ball joint nut to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).
Install the control arm ball joint and stabilizer shaft link nut, lower.
Install the front tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
Lower the vehicle.