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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the lower control arms. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement in Front Suspension.
  2. Raise the frame to the body.
    3. Fig 1: Frame To Body Bolts
    GM933087Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Do not tighten the fasteners at this time.
  3. Loosely install new frame-to-body bolts.
    4. Fig 2: View Of Steering Knuckle & Lower Control Arm
    GM932518Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Connect the ball joint stud to the steering knuckle.
    5. NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Using the SA9140E  , install the ball stud castle nut. See Special Tools .

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 10 N.m (89 lb in) + 180 degrees.

    6. IMPORTANT:
    • Do not loosen the castle nut in order to align the cotter pin slots.
    • Ensure the cutter pin ends do not contact the wheel speed sensor harness.
  6. Continue to tighten the castle nut to align the slots with the opening in the ball stud and install the ball stud cotter pin.
    7. Fig 3: View Of Steering Gear & Steering Gear-To-Frame Bolts
    GM927957Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the mechanics wire and install the steering gear to the frame.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).

    8. Fig 4: View Of Front Transaxle Mount Through Bolt
    GM928767Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the front transaxle mount through bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).

    9. Fig 5: Rear Transaxle Mount-To-Frame Bolts
    GM929708Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the rear transaxle mount-to-frame bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  10. Install the stabilizer shaft clamp.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  11. Tighten the frame-to-body bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 155 N.m (114 lb ft).

  12. Install the front air dam fasteners.
  13. Install the side splash shield-to-frame fasteners.
  14. Install the front wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  15. Lower the vehicle.
  16. Unsecure the radiator from the upper radiator support.
  17. Align the front suspension. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment .
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