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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View of Coil Spring, Insulator, Jouce Bumper Assembly
    GM1972355Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the coil spring (1), insulator (2) and the jounce bumper (3).
  2. Using the transmission jack stand, lift the lower control arm.
    3. IMPORTANT: In Steps 4 thru 8, leave all the bolts loose to aide in the alignment of all the suspension components prior the to tighten to the final torque specifications.
  3. With the aide of an assistant, install the lower control arm on the knuckle.
  4. Install the lower control arm bolt. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
  5. Install the trailing arm bolt in the knuckle. Refer to Trailing Arm Replacement .
  6. Install the adjustable link bolt in the knuckle. Refer to Adjust Link Replacement .
  7. Install the lower shock absorber bolt in the knuckle. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement .
  8. Install the stabilizer shaft link to the lower control arm. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
  9. Tighten the wheel drive shaft nut. Refer to Rear Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
  10. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  11. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
  12. Align the rear suspension. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications .
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