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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Positioning Ball Joint
    GM2354986Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Position the ball joint in the lower control arm.
    2. Fig 2: Installing Ball Joint
    GM2353285Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: When using adapter CH-49240-2, the ensure that the teeth for the lock tabs are facing upward.
  2. Using the and a shallow socket CH 41805:  kit (2), CH-49240-3 (1), CH-49240-1 (4) and the CH-49240-2 (2), install the ball joint.
    3. Fig 3: Creating Lock Tabs
    GM2355055Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Reverse the CH-49240-2 (3).
  4. Using the CH 41805:  kit (2), CH-49240-3 (1), CH-49240-1 (4) and the CH-49240-2 (2), collapse the edge of the ball joint to create the lock tabs (5). Tighten the CH-49240-3 to 250 N.m (184 lb ft).
    5. NOTE: Repeat step 4 to ensure that all of the lock tabs are of the same depth and size.
  5. Rotate the CH 41805:  kit (2) 180 degrees and repeat the process.
  6. Install the wheel drive shaft, if needed. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (2500) or Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (1500) .
  7. Install the steering knuckle in the vehicle. Refer to Steering Knuckle Replacement .
  8. Install the lower ball joint stud nut and tighten to:
    • First Pass 50 N.m (37 lb ft)
    • Final Pass additional 95 degrees
  9. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
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