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Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Hummer H2. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install the upper control arm.
  2. Fig 1: Upper Control Arm
    GM793281Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  3. Install the upper control arm bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 190 N.m (140 lb ft).

  4. Connect the upper control arm to the steering knuckle.
  5. Install the wheel drive shaft. Refer to WHEEL DRIVE SHAFT REPLACEMENT .
  6. Install the new nut to the upper ball joint stud.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 50 N.m (39 lb ft).

  7. Install the retaining bolts for the brake hose and wheel speed sensor brackets.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  8. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Verify the wheel alignment. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS .