Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Pontiac Torrent and 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Trailing Blade & Knuckle Bolts

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the trailing arm to the knuckle.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
Position the trailing arm bracket to the trailing arm.
Loosely install the trailing arm bushing to bracket nut and bolt.

Fig 2: View Of Trailing Arm Bracket To Body Bolts

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Push upward on the trailing arm and loosely install the front bolt.
Use a drift to align the remaining bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the trailing arm bracket to body bolts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
Tighten the trailing arm bushing to bracket nut and bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 160 N.m (118 lb ft).

Fig 3: Park Brake Cable Clip & Trailing Arm

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Install the park brake cable clip.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
Lower the vehicle.