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Installation Procedure

  1. Position the idler arm (2) on the frame.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the frame bolts (3) and the nuts (1) to the idler arm.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the frame bolts to 99 N.m (73 lb ft).

    Fig 1: Installing Idler Arm Frame, Bolts & Nuts
    G01455040Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the relay rod (9) to the idler arm ball stud (1).

    Ensure the seal is on the stud.

    Fig 2: Installing Relay Rod To Idler Arm Ball Stud
    G01455041Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Use the J 29193  in order to seat the tapers.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the J 29193  or the J 29194  to 54 N.m (40 lb ft) in order to seat the tapers.

  5. Install the new idler arm ball stud prevailing torque nut to the idler arm ball stud.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nut to 62 N.m (46 lb ft).

  6. Install the engine protection shield, if equipped.
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Check the wheel alignment. Refer to MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITH REAR WHEEL STEERING) or MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITHOUT REAR WHEEL STEERING) in Wheel Alignment.
    Fig 3: Seating Tapers Using J 29193
    G01455042Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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