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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Front Stabilizer Shaft
    GM2827832Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Install Front Stabilizer Shaft (1)
  2. Fig 2: Right Side Front Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Clamp & Nuts
    GM3337380Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

    CAUTION:

    Use caution when removing components surrounding the Steering Gear Boots. Avoid tool contact with the steering gear boot and clamps. Damage to the steering gear boot may lead to dirt and water contamination in the steering gear rack and components requiring a preventable replacement of the Steering Gear and its Components.

  3. Using a swivel socket, install the right side front stabilizer shaft insulator clamp (2) and nuts (1) and tighten the nuts to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
  4. Fig 3: Left Side Front Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Clamp & Nuts
    GM3335968Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Using a swivel socket, install the left side front stabilizer shaft insulator clamp (2) and nuts (1) and tighten the nuts to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
  6. {If equipped} Install Engine Mount Vacuum Tank. Refer to Engine Mount Vacuum Tank Replacement
  7. Connect the steering gear electrical connectors.
  8. Install Front Stabilizer Shaft Link (Qty: 2) @ Front Stabilizer Shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (Non V-Series) 
  9. Install Front Air Deflector. Refer to Front Air Deflector Replacement
  10. Install Engine Compartment Lower Noise Shield. Refer to Engine Compartment Lower Noise Shield Replacement (Front Wheel Drive)
  11. Install the front tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Non V-Series)