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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Identifying Lower Control Arm
    GM1853091Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Position the front lower control arm (1) in the frame.
    2. Fig 2: Identifying Control Arm Mounting Bolt And Nut
    GM1853070Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the front lower control arm rear nut (2) and bolt (1). Hand tighten the rear nut (2).
    3. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  3. Install the front lower control arm front nut (4) to the stud (3) and tighten to 195 N.m (144 lb ft).
    4. NOTE:

    Use the appropriate size wrench to hold the bolt while torquing the nut.

  4. Tighten the front rear lower control arm rear nut (2) to 150 N.m (111 lb ft).
    5. Fig 3: Identifying Lower Ball Joint Retaining Nut
    GM1853193Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Connect the lower ball joint in the knuckle.
  6. Install the ball joint nut and tighten to:
    • First Pass: 40 N.m (30 lb ft)
    • Final Pass: plus 90 degrees.
  7. Connect the outer tie rod end. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
  8. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  9. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
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