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Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Cadillac STS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install the upper control arm to the vehicle.
    2. Fig 1: View Of Upper Control Arm-To-Frame Mounting Bolts
    GM952849Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Loosely install all fasteners before tightening.
  2. Install the upper control arm to frame mounting bolts.
  3. Install the upper control arm to frame mounting nuts.
  4. Install the upper control arm to the knuckle.
    5. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  5. Install the upper control arm to knuckle retaining nut.

    Tighten: 

    • Tighten the upper control arm to knuckle nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft) plus an additional 210 degrees.
    • Tighten new upper control arm to frame bolts to 120 N.m (89 lb ft).
    • Tighten new upper control arm to frame nuts to 120 N.m (89 lb ft).

  6. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  7. Lower the vehicle.
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