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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the stabilizer shaft to the vehicle.
  2. Install the stabilizer shaft insulators to the stabilizer shaft. Install the insulator to the stabilizer shaft with the slit facing rearward.
    3. IMPORTANT: Do not tighten the bolts at this time.
  3. Install the stabilizer shaft brackets and mounting bolts.
    4. Fig 1: View Of Stabilizer Shaft Link-To-Stabilizer Shaft Retaining Nuts
    GM874638Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Connect the stabilizer shaft links to the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (AWD)  or Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (RWD) .
    5. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  5. Install the stabilizer shaft link retaining nuts.

    Tighten: 

    • Tighten the link nuts to 125 N.m (92 lb ft).
    • Tighten the bracket bolts to 65 N.m (48 lb ft).

  6. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  7. Lower the vehicle.
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