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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Lower Control Arm
    GM1870075Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the lower control arm (4).
  2. Install the lower control arm bolts (3).
  3. Install the washers (2).
    4. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  4. Install the lower control arm retaining nuts (1) and tighten to 175 N.m (129 lb ft).
  5. Install the lower ball joint in the steering knuckle.
    6. Fig 2: Lower Ball Joint Retaining Nut
    GM1761079Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE:

    There two types of nuts. One with a captured washer and one without. Use only the nut that is on the vehicle.

  6. Install the lower ball joint nut (1) and tighten to :
    • First Pass 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
    • Final Pass: plus 95 degrees
    7. Fig 3: Lower Shock Module Bolts
    GM1761077Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the lower shock absorber module mount bolts and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
  8. Remove the support for the steering knuckle and upper control arm.
  9. Install the wheel drive shaft, if equipped. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (2500) , Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (1500) .
  10. Install the stabilizer shaft link to the lower control arm. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (1500) , Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (2500) .
  11. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  12. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
  13. Align the front end. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .


    Fig 1: Lower Control Arm
    GM1870076Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the lower control arm (4).
  2. Install the lower control arm bolts (3).
  3. Install the washers (2).
    4. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  4. Install the lower control arm retaining nuts (1) and tighten to 175 N.m (129 lb ft).
  5. Install the lower ball joint into the steering knuckle.
    6. Fig 2: Lower Ball Joint Retaining Nut
    GM1761079Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE:

    There two types of nuts. One with a captured washer and one without. Use only the nut that is on the vehicle.

  6. Install the lower ball joint nut (1) and tighten to:
    • First Pass: 50 N.m (37 lb ft)
    • Final Pass: plus 95 degrees.
  7. Install the wheel drive shaft. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (2500) , Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (1500) .
  8. Install the shock absorber. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement (2500 Series) .
  9. Install the torsion bars. Refer to Torsion Bar and Support Assembly Replacement (Link Style) .
  10. Remove the support for the knuckle and upper control arm.
  11. Install the stabilizer shaft link to the lower control arm. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement (2500) , Stabilizer Shaft Replacement (1500) .
  12. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  13. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
  14. Verify the front end alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .
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