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Installation Procedure

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  1. GM4223765Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Position the front lower control arm (1) on the vehicle.

  2. GM4223764Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.

    Front Lower Control Arm Rear Bolt(2) - Install NEW[2x]

  3. Front Lower Control Arm Rear Nut(1) - Loosely install[2x]
  4. GM4223763Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive along the length of the filled area of the threads on the bolt shafts. Allow the thread locking adhesive to cure approximately 10 minutes before installing the bolts.

    Apply thread locking adhesive to the NEW front lower control arm front bolts (1) prior to installation. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 

  5. Front Lower Control Arm Front Bolt(1) - Install NEW and hand tighten[2x]
  6. GM4223764Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

    Front Lower Control Arm Rear Nut(1) - Tighten[2x]

    Tighten

    1. First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: (90 - 105 degrees)
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    Front Lower Control Arm Front Bolt(1) - Tighten[2x]

    Tighten

    1. First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: (90 - 105 degrees)
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    Steering Knuckle Nut(1) - Install and tighten

    Tighten

    1. First Pass: 40 N.m (30 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: (120 - 135 degrees)
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    { If equipped }Link Rod (1)@Ball Stud (2) - Connect

  10. If servicing right side - Front Compartment Splash Shield - Install - Front Compartment Splash Shield Replacement
  11. If servicing left side - Front Compartment Air Deflector - Install - Front Compartment Air Deflector Replacement
  12. Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  13. Measure and adjust the wheel alignment. Wheel Alignment Measurement
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