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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Upper Strut Mounting Nuts
    GM1852028Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Position the front strut in the strut tower.
    2. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  2. Install the upper strut mounting nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the mounting nut to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).

  3. Raise the vehicle.
    4. Fig 2: Identifying Front Strut Assembly
    GM1852129Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: If installing the front strut after servicing another steering or suspension component, align the front strut to the scribe mark on the steering knuckle.
  4. Position the front strut on the steering knuckle.
    5. Fig 3: Identifying Front Strut Mounting Bolts & Nuts
    GM1852014Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the front strut to steering knuckle mounting nuts and bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the mounting nut to 195 N.m (144 lb ft).

  6. Install the stabilizer link at the front strut. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
    7. Fig 4: Identifying Wheel Speed Sensor Wiring Harness & Front Strut
    GM1852040Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the wheel speed sensor wiring harness (1) and (2) on the front strut (3).
  8. Install the air inlet grille. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
  9. Align the front end. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .
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