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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Wheel Bearing/Hub Mounting Bolts
    GM904629Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the wheel bearing/hub.
  2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
    NOTE: Avoid tool contact to the outer constant velocity boot seal when removing the wheel bearing mounting bolts. Failure to observe this notice may result in damage to the CV boot.
  3. Install the wheel bearing/hub mounting bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the wheel bearing/hub mounting bolts to 135 N.m (100 lb ft).

  4. Install the wheel speed sensor. Refer to Front Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement (RWD) or Front Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement (AWD) .
  5. Fig 2: View Of Wheel Driveshaft Retaining Nut
    GM907219Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: The following service procedure is for those vehicles that are equipped with All Wheel Drive (AWD).
  6. Install a new wheel driveshaft retaining nut. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement - Left Side .
  7. Install the front brake rotor. Refer to Front Brake Rotor Replacement (RWD) or Front Brake Rotor Replacement (AWD) .
  8. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  9. Lower the vehicle.