LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone
Home >> Pontiac >> 2009 >> Vibe Base, 2.4 0, AWD >> Repair and Diagnosis >> External Pages >> Different car >> Section 121 (Front Suspension System) >> Repair Instructions >> Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Replacement (FE7) >> Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Cadillac DTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Using Loctite® Cleaning Solvent 755, or equivalent, clean the mounting surfaces of the steering knuckle and the new ball joint prior to installation. Do not apply solvent to the ball joint seal.
  2. Install the ball joint into the steering knuckle.
    1. Apply a 6 mm (0.236 in) bead of Loctite® 680 evenly to the ball joint prior to installation.
    2. Position the ball joint in the steering knuckle with the grease fitting toward the rear of the vehicle.
      3. Fig 1: Pressing Ball Joint
      GM600954Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    3. Use the J 44254  and press in the ball joint.
      • The ball joint will bottom on the steering knuckle.
      • When installing the ball joint, make sure the notch in the tool aligns with the grease fitting.
  3. Install the snap ring into the steering knuckle.
    4. Fig 2: View Of Ball Joint, Steering Knuckle & Retaining Nut
    GM1654298Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  4. Install the steering knuckle to the strut.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the strut to knuckle nuts to 177 N.m (131 lb ft).

  5. Install the ball joint nut.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the ball joint nut to 30 N.m (22 lb ft). Then tighten the nut an additional 210 degrees.

  6. Install the tie rod to the steering knuckle.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the tie rod to knuckle nut to 30 N.m (22 lb ft) and then an additional 200 degrees. Do not loosen the nut to align the cotter pin.

  7. Install the cotter pin to the tie rod stud.
    8. Fig 3: View Of Front Wheel Speed Sensor Connector
    GM105002Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Install the wheel speed sensor connector.
  9. Install the brake rotor. Refer to Front Brake Rotor Replacement (J55) , Front Brake Rotor Replacement (JL9) .
  10. Install the caliper and caliper bolts. Refer to Front Brake Caliper Replacement (JL9) , Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J55) .
  11. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

    Tighten 

    Tighten wheel nuts to 125 N.m (80 lb ft).

  12. Lower the vehicle.
  13. Check the front wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .
scientia non olet · About LEMON Manuals