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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Front Lower Control Nut & Control Arm
    GM2193043Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Position the front lower control arm (2) in the frame and the steering knuckle.
    2. Fig 2: Lower Control Arm Nut & Bolt
    GM2352112Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the front lower control arm bolt (2) and the nut (1).
    3. Fig 3: Front Lower Control Arm Nut
    GM2195705Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the front lower control arm nut (1).
    4. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  4. Using a torque angle meter, tighten the lower control arm nut (1) to 40 N.m (30 lb ft) plus an additional 90 degrees.
    5. Fig 4: Front Lower Control Arm Nut
    GM2195666Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Using a torque angle meter, tighten the front lower control arm nut (1) to 50 N.m (37 lb ft) plus an additional 150 degrees.
  6. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  7. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
  8. Check and adjust the front wheel alignment, if needed. Refer to Front Camber Adjustment .
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