Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement (Base Sedan) or Stabilizer Shaft Replacement (Extended Sedan) .
- With the aid of an assistant, position the support assembly to the vehicle.
- Using a suitable jack stand, support the support assembly.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .IMPORTANT: Install support assembly to body rails by location of paint.
- Install the support assembly to body bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 100 N.m (74 lb ft) plus 30 degrees.
- Remove the jack stand.
- Install the muffler. Refer to Muffler Replacement (Sedan LS, LT, Maxx LT) or Muffler Replacement (Sedan LTZ, Maxx LTZ) or Muffler Replacement (Sedan SS, Maxx SS) .
- Connect the vehicle wiring harness to the clips on the support assembly.
- Install the stabilizer shaft to knuckle bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Install the toe links. Refer to Toe Link Replacement .
- Install the upper control arm to support assembly bolts and nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts and nuts to 60 N.m (44 lb ft) plus an additional 60 degrees.
- Install the lower control arms. Refer to Rear Axle Lower Control Arm Replacement .
- Install the rear wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Adjust the rear alignment. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment .