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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Wheel Bearing/Hub, Front Brake Shield And Steering Knuckle
    GM2027685Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Position the front brake shield (2) and wheel bearing/hub assembly (1) in the steering knuckle.
    2. Fig 2: Wheel Bearing/Hub Mounting Bolts
    GM2027684Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
    CAUTION: This is a self-retaining fastener joint that does not require thread locking compounds. Do not attempt to clean the threads with a standard tap. If a standard tap is used, damage to the joint threads will occur.
  2. Install the NEW wheel bearing/hub mounting bolts (1).
  3. Tighten the bearing/hub bolts (1) in 3 passes, using the EN-45059:  meter
    1. First pass to 90 N.m (67 lb ft)
    2. Second pass to 60°
    3. Third pass to 15°
    4. Fig 3: Wheel Speed Sensor And Wheel Speed Sensor Mounting Bolt
    GM2027678Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the wheel speed sensor wiring harness to the steering knuckle.
  5. Install the wheel speed sensor (2).
  6. Install the wheel speed sensor bolt (1). and tighten to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
  7. Install the brake rotor. Refer to Front Brake Rotor Replacement .
  8. Install the wheel drive shaft retaining nut and washer. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement - Right Side .
  9. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
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