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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.
  1. Install the bracket to the trailing arm.
  2. Loosely install the trailing arm bracket nut and bolt.
    3. Fig 1: View Of Trailing Arm Bracket To Body Bolts
    GM930291Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Push the trailing arm upward to align the front bracket to body bolt.
    4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  4. Use a drift to aid in bracket alignment and install the remaining bolts.

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

    5. Fig 2: Park Brake Cable Clip & Trailing Arm
    GM930316Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the parking brake cable clip to the trailing arm.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  6. Tighten the bracket to trailing arm bushing nut and bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 160 N.m (118 lb ft).

  7. Lower the vehicle.
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