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Installation Procedure

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  1. GM4237799Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    With the aid of an assistant, carefully lower the body to the frame. (1)

  2. GM4237702Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Drivetrain and Front Suspension Support Bolt (1) - Hand tighten [4x]

  3. GM4283007Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Use CH-51034-A  Cradle Alignment Pins to align the cradle to the body. (1)

  4. GM4237702Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution

    Drivetrain and Front Suspension Support Bolt (1) - Tighten [4x] 160 N.m (118 lb ft)

  5. Drivetrain and Front Suspension Support Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [6x] 58 N.m (43 lb ft)
  6. Remove the EN-39580  stand from under the vehicle.
  7. Install the transmission mount strut bracket. Transmission Mount Strut Bracket Replacement
  8. GM4217616Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Stabilizer Shaft Link (1) @Front Stabilizer Shaft - Install - Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement

  9. GM4223765Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Lower Control Arm Replacement (1) @Knuckle - Install

  10. GM4193847Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement (3) @Knuckle - Install

  11. Install the front bumper fascia. Front Bumper Fascia Replacement
  12. GM4232055Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Underbody Front Air Deflector Replacement  (2) - Install

  13. GM4215719Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Bumper Fascia Center Air Deflector (2) - Tighten - Front Bumper Fascia Center Air Deflector Replacement

  14. Exhaust Front Pipe - Install - Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (LFV)
  15. GM4217687Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement (2) - Install

  16. Install the intermediate steering shaft inner boot. INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT INNER BOOT REPLACEMENT
  17. GM4531909Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Connect the steering gear electrical connectors. (1)

  18. Wiring Harness Retainer (2) - Engage [2x]
  19. Install the front tires and wheels. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  20. Lower the vehicle.
  21. Remove the engine support fixture.
  22. Align the vehicle only if replacing the drivetrain and front suspension cradle. Wheel Alignment Measurement