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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Compressing Transverse Spring
    GM65337Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the J 33432-A  to the transverse spring.
  2. Install the transverse spring to the crossmember.
    3. Fig 2: View Of Transverse Spring Bolts, Retainers & Crossmember
    GM423106Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
    CAUTION: Do not remove the transverse leaf spring compressor tool until after the shock absorber has been installed. The pad on the transverse leaf spring bolt could move out of position resulting in damage to the pad or a rattle in the suspension.
  3. Install the transverse spring retainers and bolts, use new bolts, to the crossmember and tighten to 62 N.m (46 lb ft).
    4. Fig 3: View Of Lower Control Arm, Crossmember & Components
    GM65339Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the lower control arm to the front crossmember.
  5. Install the cam bolts to the position that was marked during disassembly.

    Due to a required wheel alignment, tighten the cam bolts but do not set to the final torque specification at this time.

    6. Fig 4: View Of Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Stud & Steering Knuckle
    GM168544Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the lower control arm ball joint stud to the steering knuckle and tighten to 30 N.m (22 lb ft) plus 180 degrees.
    7. Fig 5: View Of Shock Absorber Lower Mounting Bolts & Nuts
    GM906229Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Support the lower control arm with a jackstand.
  8. Install the shock absorber lower mounting bolts and tighten to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).
    9. Fig 6: View Of Stabilizer Shaft Link & Lower Control Arm
    GM172678Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Connect the stabilizer shaft link to the lower control arm and tighten to 72 N.m (53 lb ft).
    10. Fig 7: Compressing Transverse Spring
    GM65337Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the J 33432-A  from the transverse spring.
  11. Remove the jackstands from the lower control arms.
  12. Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  13. Adjust the front trim height. Refer to Trim Height Specifications .
  14. Perform a front wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .
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