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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Installing Clamp J-45725 Onto The Bushing
    GM1361419Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install clamp J-45725  onto the bushing leaving about an 1/8 inch from the bottom of the bushing. See Special Tools .
  2. Fig 2: Aligning Split Of Bushing
    GM1361422Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Align the split of the bushing to the front of the frame.
  4. Fig 3: Using J-45725 To Install Bushing
    GM1361424Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Using J-45725  install the bushing until the entire radius of the bushing is halfway recessed in the cradle. See Special Tools .
  6. Fig 4: View Of Clamp
    GM1361426Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the J-45725  clamp. See Special Tools .
  8. Fig 5: Using J-45725 To Seat Lip Of Bushing To Bottom Of Cradle Assembly
    GM1361427Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Using J-45725  install the bushing until the lip of the bushing is fully seated to the bottom of the cradle assembly. See Special Tools .
  10. Install the frame. Refer to Front Frame Replacement (4.6L) .