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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the upper ball joint to the steering knuckle. Refer to UPPER BALL JOINT REPLACEMENT (RWD)  or UPPER BALL JOINT REPLACEMENT (4WD) .
  2. Install the lower ball joint to the steering knuckle. Refer to LOWER BALL JOINT REPLACEMENT (RWD)  or LOWER BALL JOINT REPLACEMENT (4WD) .
  3. Install the splash shield to the steering knuckle.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the splash shield bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the splash shield bolts to 26 N.m (19 lb ft).

  5. Install the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Ensure that the seal is on the stud.
    Fig 1: Splash Shield Bolts
    G01467664Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Seat the taper using J 29193  .

    Tighten 

    Tighten J 29193  to 54 N.m (40 lb ft).

    Remove J 29193  from the tie rod end ball stud.

  7. Install the tie rod end retaining nut.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the tie rod end retaining nut to 53 N.m (39 lb ft).

  8. Install the wheel hub and bearing. Refer to WHEEL HUB, BEARING, AND SEAL REPLACEMENT (RWD PICKUP)  or WHEEL HUB, BEARING, AND SEAL REPLACEMENT (4WD PICKUP AND UTILITIES) .
  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Check the front wheel alignment. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS in Wheel Alignment.
    Fig 2: Removing Outer Tie Rod End From Steering Knuckle
    G01467665Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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