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.
- Install the wheel drive shaft (2) to the transaxle (1).
- Verify that the wheel drive shaft is properly engaged to the transaxle by grasping the inner tripot housing and pulling outward. Do not pull on the wheel drive shaft bar.
The wheel drive shaft will remain firmly in place when properly engaged.
- Install the wheel drive shaft to the hub and bearing (2).
- Connect the ball joint to the steering knuckle. Refer to Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Replacement (FE1, FE3) , Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Replacement (FE7) .
- Connect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector.
- Install the stabilizer shaft link. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (FE7) , Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (FE1 and FE3) .
- Insert a drift or punch (1) into the rotor and against the caliper in order to prevent the hub and bearing from turning.
- Install the new wheel drive shaft spindle nut (2) to the wheel drive shaft.
Tighten
Tighten the wheel drive shaft spindle nut to 160 N.m (118 lb ft).
- Connect the outer tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
- If equipped with road sensing suspension, connect the level sensor link to the ball stud on the lower control arm. Refer to Electronic Suspension Front Position Sensor Replacement .
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Lower the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .