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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Idler Arm
    GM793272Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Position the idler arm on the frame.
    2. NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  2. Install the frame bolts and the nuts to the idler arm.

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

  3. Install the relay rod to the idler arm ball stud.

    Ensure the seal is on the stud.

    4. Fig 2: Seating Relay Rod Tapers
    GM689037Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Use the J 29193  or the J 29194  in order to seat the tapers. See Special Tools .

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

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

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

  6. Install the engine protection shield. Refer to ENGINE PROTECTION SHIELD REPLACEMENT .
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Check the wheel alignment. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES article in WHEEL ALIGNMENT in SUSPENSION.
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