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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Stabilizer Link & Strut Nut
    GM929862Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
    IMPORTANT: Do not allow the stabilizer link ball stud to rotate while installing the link nut.
  1. Connect the stabilizer link to the strut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 65 N.m (48 lb ft).

    2. Fig 2: View Of Stabilizer Shaft & Link
    GM927949Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Do not allow the stabilizer link ball stud to rotate while installing the link nut.
  2. Connect the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 65 N.m (48 lb ft).

  3. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  4. Lower the vehicle.
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