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Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Saturn Ion Red Line, 2005 Saturn Ion 3, 2005 Saturn Ion 2, and 2005 Saturn Ion 1. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Position the steering knuckle onto the lower control arm ball stud, while guiding the axle through the knuckle.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the strut to knuckle bolts and nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts and nuts to 120 N.m (89 lb ft).

    3. Fig 1: View Of Strut-To-Steering Knuckle Nuts & Bolts
    GM866391Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: The torque sequence must be followed in the order that is listed.
  3. Install the lower control arm ball stud to steering knuckle pinch bolt and nut.

    Tighten: 

    1. First Pass: Tighten the nut to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
    2. Reverse nut 3/4 turn
    3. Second Pass: Tighten the nut to 50 N.m (37 lb ft) + 30 degrees.

    4. Fig 2: Identifying Lower Control Arm Ball Stud-To-Steering Knuckle Pinch Bolt
    GM851659Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).

    5. Fig 3: View Of Tie Rod End To Steering Knuckle
    GM854972Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the wheel bearing, brake rotor, brake caliper and front wheels. Refer to Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Front .
  6. Lower the vehicle.
  7. Road test the vehicle in order to verify alignment. If a lead or pull is present refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment in Wheel Alignment.
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