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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Front Strut Assembly
    GM2497960Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Position the front strut assembly on the vehicle (1).
    2. Fig 2: Front Strut Components
    GM2497931Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Front Suspension Strut Bolt - Install
    3. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  3. Front Suspension Strut Nut == Install and tighten to 110 N.m (81 lb ft)
  4. Front Stabilizer Shaft Link to Strut Assembly - Install Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement 
  5. Install any harnesses or hoses attached to the strut assembly.
  6. Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
    7. Fig 3: Front Strut Nut & Retaining Plate
    GM2497571Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Install the front suspension strut mounting plate (2) and front suspension strut mounting plate nut (1).
    8. Fig 4: Socket & Torx(R) Bit
    GM2424066Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Use the CH-49375  wrench (2) and a proper size bit to tighten the front suspension strut mounting plate nut to 65 N.m (48 lb ft).
    9. Fig 5: Front Suspension Strut Mount Plate Nut Cap
    GM2694600Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  9. Install the front suspension strut mounting plate nut cap (1).
  10. Air Inlet Grille Panel - Install Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Trax)Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Encore)
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