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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Rear Suspension Upper Trailing Link
    GM4286933Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Install Rear Suspension Upper Trailing Link (1)
  2. Fig 2: Rear Suspension Upper Trailing Link Inner Nut And Bolt
    GM4286922Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

    CAUTION:

    This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.

  3. Install NEW Rear Suspension Upper Trailing Link Inner Bolt (2).
  4. Install Rear Suspension Upper Trailing Link Inner Nut (1)

    Tighten the Bolt

    1. First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: (90-105 degrees)
  5. Fig 3: Rear Suspension Upper Trailing Link Outer Bolt
    GM4286927Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Install NEW Rear Suspension Upper Trailing Link Outer bolt (1) and washer (2).

    Tighten

    1. First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: (90-105 degrees)
  7. Raise the rear suspension cradle to its original position. Rear Suspension Cradle Replacement (AWD)Rear Suspension Cradle Replacement (FWD)