Installation Procedure
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- Position the front lower control arm (1) on the vehicle.
- Install the front lower control arm rear bolt (1) and front lower control arm rear nut (2).
Only hand tighten the fasteners at this time.
- Ensure there are NO gaps in the threadlocker along the length of the filled area of the front lower control arm front stud threads.
- Allow the threadlocker to cure for approximately 10 minutes before installation of the front lower control arm front nut.
- Apply GM specified threadlocker, or an industry equivalent, to the front lower control arm front stud threads (3). Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Install the front lower control arm front nut (4) and tighten to 195 N.m (144 lb ft).
- Tighten the front lower control arm rear nut (2) to 150 N.m (111 lb ft).
- Connect the front lower control arm to the steering knuckle.
- Install the front lower control arm ball stud nut (1) and tighten to:
Tighten
- First Pass: 50 N.m (37 lb ft)
- Final Pass: (60 - 80 degrees)
- Install Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod at Steering Knuckle - Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
- Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
NOTE:
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .