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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the shock absorber, fully extended, up through the hole in the lower control arm.
    • The lower retainer and the insulator must be attached to the shock absorber upper stem before positioning the shock absorber.
    • The shock absorber upper stem will pass through the mounting hole in the upper control arm frame bracket.
  2. Install the upper insulator, the retainer, and the shock absorber mounting nut over the shock absorber upper stem.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
    Fig 1: Installing Shock Absorber (RWD)
    G01646328Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the shock absorber mounting screws through the holes in the lower control arm.

    Tighten 

    1. 3.1. Make sure the nuts are aligned properly.
    2. 3.2. Tighten the shock absorber mounting nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft), while holding the upper stem of the shock absorber.
    3. 3.3. Tighten the shock absorber mounting screws to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
  4. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
  5. Lower and vehicle.
  6. Dispose of the shock absorber. Refer to SHOCK ABSORBER DISPOSAL .
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