Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Cadillac ATS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the NEW washer (1) on the wheel drive shaft (2).
- Install the wheel drive shaft (1) in the vehicle and through the wheel bearing/hub assembly.
- Hand start the NEW torque prevailing wheel drive shaft retaining nut (2).
- Align the reference mark (1) on the wheel drive shaft and the output shaft flange.
- Install the NEW washers (2) and wheel drive shaft bolts (1).
Tighten
- First Pass: 50 N.m (37 lb ft)
- Final Pass: 45 degrees
- With the aid of an assistant holding the brake pedal down, tighten the torque prevailing wheel drive shaft nut (2) to 250 N.m (185 lb ft).
- Install the trailing arm bolt at the knuckle. Trailing Arm Replacement (Upper)Trailing Arm Replacement (Lower)
- Install the upper control arm bolt at the knuckle. Upper Control Arm Replacement
- Install the exhaust muffler. Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LCV)Exhaust Muffler Replacement (LF4)
- Install the left rear tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Non V-Series)Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (V-Series October 4th 2015 and Earlier)Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (V-Series October 5th 2015 and Later)
NOTE:
Do NOT reuse wheel drive shaft washer. Use a NEW washer only.
NOTE:
Do NOT reuse wheel drive shaft nut. Use a NEW torque prevailing nut only.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
NOTE:
Tighten the NEW torque prevailing wheel drive shaft nut slowly to draw the wheel drive shaft into the hub assembly prior to tightening to specifications.