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Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 GMC Canyon and 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: View Of Lower Control Arm (2WD)
    GM943977Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the lower control arm.
  2. Install the lower control arm bolts.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
    IMPORTANT: The fasteners must be tightened in sequence. Tighten the rear nut first then the front nut.
  3. Install the nuts and washers.

    Tighten: 

    • Tighten the rear nut to 155 N.m (114 lb ft).
    • Tighten the front nut to 155 N.m (114 lb ft).

    4. Fig 2: View Of Lower Ball Joint Stud Nut (2WD)
    GM940641Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Connect lower ball joint stud to the steering knuckle.
  5. Install the nut to the ball joint stud.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 138 N.m (102 lb ft).

  6. Install the shock absorber through bolt and nut. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement (2WD)  or Shock Absorber Replacement (4WD) .
  7. Install the stabilizer shaft links to the lower control arm. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
  8. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Verify the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications in Wheel Alignment.
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