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Installation Procedure

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  1. If removed, install the lower control arms. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
    2. Fig 1: Identifying Utility Stand
    GM333118Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Lower the vehicle on to the frame.
    3. Fig 2: Identifying Front Frame Bolts
    GM1874267Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  3. Install the front frame bolts and tighten to 155 N.m (114 lb ft).
    4. Fig 3: Identifying Frame Reinforcements
    GM1874266Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the frame reinforcement. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Reinforcement Replacement (LY7)  or Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Reinforcement Replacement (LNJ) .
  5. Raise the vehicle off of the J 39580  . See Special Tools .
    6. Fig 4: Identifying Lower Engine Mount Bolts
    GM1827873Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the lower engine mount bracket to frame bolts (2) and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
    7. Fig 5: Identifying Rear Transmission Mount To Frame Bolts
    GM1954515Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the rear transmission mount to frame bolts (1) and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
    8. Fig 6: Identifying Left Transmission Mount Lower Nuts
    GM1954361Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the left transmission mount lower nuts (1) and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
    9. Fig 7: Identifying Front Transmission Mount Thru Bolt
    GM1954357Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the front transmission mount thru bolt (1) and tighten to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
    10. Fig 8: Identifying Power Steering Gear Mounting Bolts
    GM1873840Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the power steering gear mounting bolts (1). Refer to Steering Gear Replacement (Electronic Power Steering) or Steering Gear Replacement (Hydraulic Power Steering) .
    11. Fig 9: Identifying Intermediate Shaft
    GM1873839Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .
    12. Fig 10: Identifying Lower Ball Joints
    GM1873841Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Install the lower ball joints to the steering knuckles. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
  13. Install the propeller shaft if the vehicle is equipped with AWD. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement .
  14. Install the catalytic converters. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side (LY7) and Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side (LY7) .
  15. Install both left and right stabilizer shaft insulator clamps. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Replacement .
  16. Install the engine splash shields. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement .
  17. Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  18. Remove the engine support fixture. Refer to Engine Support Fixture .
    19. Fig 11: View Of Cooling Module Secured To Upper Body Structure
    GM857193Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  19. Release the radiator, air conditioning condenser, and fan module assembly from the upper tie bar.
  20. Check the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .
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