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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Stabilizer Shaft, Bracket, Bolts & Insulators
    GM348364Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Place the insulators on the stabilizer shaft with the slits facing toward the front of the vehicle.
  1. Install the stabilizer shaft insulators (1) to the stabilizer shaft (4).
  2. Install the stabilizer shaft (4) brackets (2) over the insulators.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install stabilizer shaft insulator bracket bolts (3).

    Tighten: 

    1. Tighten the bolts to 33 N.m (24 lb ft), 15 series.
    2. Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (39 lb ft), 25/35 series.

  4. Install the stabilizer links. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
    5. Fig 2: Identifying Oil Pan Skid Plate
    GM309158Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the oil pan skid plate, if equipped.

    Tighten:  Tighten the oil pan skid plate retaining bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

  6. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  7. Remove the safety stands.
  8. Lower the vehicle.
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