Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Chevrolet Trax and 2015 Buick Encore. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the DT 6332 tool (1) in the transmission.
- Install the wheel drive shaft until the wheel drive shaft splines are past the axle seal.
- Remove the DT 6332 tool (1) from the wheel drive shaft.
- Install the wheel drive shaft (1) until it is fully seated in the transmission.
- Install the wheel drive shaft to the front wheel hub/bearing.
- Install the lower control arm ball joint bolt to the steering knuckle. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
- Install the stabilizer shaft link to the front strut. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
- Install the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
- Install the front brake caliper assembly. Refer to Front Brake Caliper Replacement
- Install the NEW wheel drive shaft nut (2) to the wheel drive shaft spindle (1).
- Insert a drift or punch (2) in the cooling fins of the brake rotor.
- Using the proper size socket and torque wrench (1), tighten the NEW wheel drive shaft nut to:
- First Pass 50 N.m (37 lb ft)
- Final Pass plus 60 degrees
- Using the punch (1) and the hammer (2), stake the wheel drive shaft nut (3) collar into the slot on the wheel drive shaft.
- Install the front suspension skid plate (2).
- Install the front compartment front center insulator, if equipped. Refer to Front Compartment Front Center Insulator Replacement .
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
NOTE:
Evenly split the center of the wheel drive shaft nut (3) and ensure that it is fully staked. Each side of the stake should be in contact and approximately 45 degrees to each side of the slot in the wheel drive shaft.