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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the lower control arm to the frame. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement (RWD) or Lower Control Arm Replacement (AWD) .
  2. Install the stabilizer shaft to the frame. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement .

    Do not tighten the stabilizer shaft mounting bolts at this time.

    3. Fig 1: Identifying Front Frame Supported On Frame Support Table
    GM819203Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. With the aid of an assistant, position and secure the new frame assembly to the support fixture.
  4. With the aid of an assistant, carefully lower the body to the frame.
  5. Ensure the following components are clear from the frame:
    • The electrical harness
    • The steering knuckle assembly
    • The brake pipes
    6. Fig 2: Identifying Frame Mounting Bolts
    GM822362Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  6. Install the frame mountings bolts (2).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 191 N.m (141 lb ft).

  7. Raise the vehicle.
    8. Fig 3: Removing/Installing Engine Mount Lower Retaining Nuts
    GM708183Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the engine mount lower retaining nuts (2).

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  9. Remove the J 39580  . See Special Tools .
    10. Fig 4: Supporting Power Steering Gear To Bolt Bracket
    GM708719Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the mechanics wire (4) supporting the power steering gear (3).
    11. Fig 5: Removing & Installing Power Steering Gear Mounting Bolts
    GM802792Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the power steering gear mounting bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 95 N.m (70 lb ft).

    12. Fig 6: Removing & Installing Steering Knuckle Ball Joint Nut
    GM750956Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Install the ball joint to the steering knuckle.
  13. Install the lower ball joint retaining nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft) plus an additional 210 degree rotation.

    14. Fig 7: View Of Outer Tie Rod-To-Steering Knuckle And Retaining Nut
    GM794579Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Install the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
  15. Install the outer tie rod to steering knuckle retaining nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 70 N.m (52 lb ft).

    16. Fig 8: Removing & Installing Stabilizer Shaft Mounting Bolts
    GM814811Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Ensure correct position from the previously marked spots.
  16. Tighten the stabilizer shaft bolts.

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

    17. Fig 9: Removing & Installing Stabilizer Shaft Link
    GM750841Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  17. Install the stabilizer shaft link to the lower control arms.
  18. Install the stabilizer shaft link nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

    19. Fig 10: Removing & Installing Lower Shock Bolts
    GM742959Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  19. Install the lower shock mounting bolts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    20. Fig 11: Removing & Installing Brake Line Bracket Nut
    GM819185Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  20. Install the brake pipe connection to the frame with the nuts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

    21. Fig 12: Removing & Installing Washer Bottle Bracket Nuts & Bracket
    GM708714Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  21. Install the BPMV nuts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  22. Install the washer bottle bracket and nuts (3).

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

    23. Fig 13: Supporting Radiator & A/C Condenser Assembly To Front Inner Energy Absorber Bracket Bolt
    GM708709Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  23. Remove the mechanics wire (3) supporting the radiator.
  24. Secure the energy absorber bracket nut (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    25. Fig 14: Identifying Anti-Lock Brake Wiring Harness At Lower Control Arms
    GM802031Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  25. Install the antilock brake wiring harness to the lower control arms.
    26. Fig 15: Identifying Right Rearward Wiring Harness Retainer
    GM708197Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  26. Secure the right rearward retainer (1).
    27. Fig 16: Identifying Left Rearward Retainer
    GM708204Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  27. Secure the left rearward retainer (1).
    28. Fig 17: Identifying Engine Harness-To-Frame Electrical Harness Retainers
    GM708192Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  28. Secure the engine electrical harness retainers (1) to the frame.
  29. Install the front air deflector. Refer to Front Air Deflector Replacement .
  30. Install the front tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  31. Lower the vehicle.
  32. Remove the engine support fixture. Refer to the following procedures:
  33. Align the vehicle. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .
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