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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Shock Module
    GM731555Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the shock module to the shock tower and lower control arm.
  2. Install the shock module yoke to the lower control arm.
  3. Lower the vehicle.
  4. Fig 2: Removing/Installing Shock Module Upper Retaining Nuts
    GM744327Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Install the shock module upper retaining nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the shock module upper retaining nuts to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).

  6. Raise the vehicle.
  7. Fig 3: Removing/Installing Shock Module Yoke Lower Mounting Nut
    GM744328Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the shock module yoke to lower control arm retaining nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the shock module yoke to lower control arm retaining nut to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).

  9. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tire and Wheels.
  10. Lower the vehicle.