Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Pontiac G8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Control Arm To Subframe Retaining Bolt

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Install the NEW control arm (3) to the subframe (2).

IMPORTANT: The control arm to subframe retaining bolt (1) is not to be fully tightened at this stage.

Install the NEW control arm to subframe retaining bolt (1).

Fig 2: View Of Control Arm & Steering Knuckle

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Install the NEW control arm (1) to the steering knuckle (3).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the NEW control arm to steering knuckle retaining nut (2).
Tighten:
- First Pass: Tighten the nut to 40 N.m (30 lb ft)
- Final Pass: Tighten the nut an additional 60 degrees using E7115 .
Install the front wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
Lower the vehicle.

Fig 3: Identifying Control Arm To Subframe Retaining Bolt

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Bounce the vehicle several times to settle the suspension.
Check and adjust the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .
Tighten the NEW control arm to subframe retaining bolt (1).
Tighten:
- First Pass: Tighten the nut to 50 N.m (30 lb ft).
- Final Pass: Tighten the nut an additional 120 degrees using E7115