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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Body Bolts & Support Assembly
    GM930332Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Position the support assembly to the vehicle.
  2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the support to body bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the support to body bolts to 170 N.m (125 lb ft).

  4. Connect the toe link to the support assembly. Refer to Toe Link Replacement .
  5. Connect the upper control arm to the support assembly. Refer to Rear Axle Upper Control Arm Replacement .
  6. Install the lower control arm to the support assembly. Refer to Rear Axle Lower Control Arm Bushing Replacement .
  7. Install the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement .
  8. If equipped with all wheel drive, install the rear drive axle. Refer to Differential Replacement in Rear Drive Axle.
  9. Fig 2: Removing/Installing Intermediate Pipe & Muffler Assembly
    GM926831Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the exhaust muffler and resonator assembly. Refer to Exhaust System Replacement in Engine Exhaust.
  11. Install the tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  12. Lower the vehicle.
  13. Check the rear alignment. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment in Wheel Alignment.