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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the lower control arm.
  2. Install the rear axle lower control arm to the frame mounting nut and bolt.
    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Rear Axle Lower Control Arm-To-Frame Mounting Bolt
    GM731582Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Fig 2: Removing/Installing Rear Axle Lower Control Arm-To-Axle Mounting Bolt
    GM731580Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the rear axle lower control arm to the axle mounting bolt and nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the lower control arm mounting bolts to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).

  5. Remove the rear axle support.
  6. Lower the vehicle.