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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Lower Control Arm
    GM2327512Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Position the lower control arm (1) in the vehicle.
    2. Fig 2: Rear Lower Control Arm And Cradle Bolts
    GM2327515Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  2. Install the rear lower control arm to cradle bolts and nuts (1) and tighten to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
    3. Fig 3: Cradle Bolts And Front Lower Control Bushing Brackets
    GM2327518Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Install the front lower control arm bushing brackets (2) and the front lower control arm to cradle bolts (1) and tighten to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
    4. Fig 4: Steering Knuckle Retaining Bolt
    GM2327521Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Install the lower control arm ball joint to the steering knuckle.
  5. Install the lower control arm ball joint to steering knuckle retaining bolt (1) and tighten to 65 N.m (48 lb ft).
  6. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  7. Lower the vehicle to the ground.
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