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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Upper Control Arm, Bolts, Nuts & Adjustment Cams
    GM830508Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the upper control arm.
  2. Install the upper control arm bolts.
    3. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  3. Install the upper control arm nuts and the adjustment cams and tighten to 175 N.m (129 lb ft).
    4. Fig 2: Upper Ball Joint Retaining Nut
    GM830521Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Connect the upper control arm to the steering knuckle.
  5. Install the new upper ball joint retaining nut and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
  6. Install the wheel drive shaft (4WD only). Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement .
    7. Fig 3: View Of Retaining Bolts For Brake Hose And Wheel Speed Sensor Brackets
    GM367084Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the retaining bolts for the brake hose and wheel speed sensor brackets.
    • Tighten the brake hose bracket to steering knuckle bolt to 10 N.m (88 lb in).
    • Tighten the brake hose bracket to upper control arm bolt to 10 N.m (88 lb in).
  8. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  9. Remove the safety stands.
  10. Lower the vehicle.
  11. Check the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .
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