Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Lower Control Arm, Knuckle Bolt & Nut

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Install the knuckle to the lower control arm. Loosely install the bolt and nut.

Fig 2: Upper Control Arm, Knuckle Bolt & Nut

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Install the knuckle to the upper control arm. Loosely install the bolt and nut.

Fig 3: Removing/Installing Washer, Bolt & Nut On The Suspension Knuckle

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Install the knuckle to the toe link. Loosely install the bolt and nut.

Fig 4: Trailing Blade & Knuckle Bolts

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Install the knuckle to trailing blade. Loosely install the bolt and nut.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten the bolts and nuts in the following sequence.
Tighten:
1. Tighten the knuckle to lower control arm bolt to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
2. Tighten the knuckle to upper control arm bolt to 160 N.m (118 lb ft).
3. Tighten the knuckle to toe link bolt to 160 N.m (118 lb ft).
4. Tighten the knuckle to trailing blade bolts to 135 N.m (100 lb ft).
Install the wheel bearing/hub assembly. Refer to rear Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement .
Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
Lower the vehicle.
Perform a vehicle wheel alignment. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment .