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Installation Procedure

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  1. Lower the vehicle.
    2. Fig 1: View Of Upper Strut Mounting Bolts
    GM402795Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the strut to the vehicle.
    3. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  3. Install the upper strut mounting bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the upper strut mounting bolts to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).

  4. Raise the vehicle.
    5. Fig 2: Identifying Strut to Steering Knuckle Mounting Nuts & Bolts
    GM104991Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install new strut to steering knuckle bolts and nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the strut to steering knuckle bolts and nuts to 147 N.m (108 lb ft).

    6. Fig 3: Locating Brake Hose Retainer Bolt
    GM420704Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the brake line bracket and mounting bolt to the strut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts and nuts to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).

  7. Install the wheel speed sensor bracket and mounting bolt to strut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

  8. Install the wheel speed sensor bracket to strut.
  9. Install the wheel speed sensor wiring harness to the bracket.
  10. Install the wheel and tire. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  11. Lower the vehicle.
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