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Installation Procedure

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  1. GM4194258Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Rear Stabilizer Shaft Link (1) - Install

  2. GM4194250Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

    Rear Stabilizer Shaft Link Bolt (2) @Lower Control Arm - Install

  3. Rear Stabilizer Shaft Link Nut (1) @Lower Control Arm - Install and tighten 58 N.m (43 lb ft)
  4. GM4193654Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.

    NOTE:

    Ensure that there are no gaps in the threadlocker along the length of the filled area of the threads on the shaft. Allow the threadlocker to cure approximately 10 minutes before installation of the nut.

    Apply GM specified threadlocker or industry equivalent to the rear stabilizer shaft link bolt threads. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 

  5. Rear Stabilizer Shaft Link Bolt@Rear Stabilizer Shaft (2) - Install a NEW bolt.
  6. Rear Stabilizer Shaft Link Nut@Rear Stabilizer Shaft (1) - Install

    Tighten the Bolt

    1. First Pass: 58 N.m (43 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass:45-60 degrees
  7. Lower the vehicle.