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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Lower Ball Joint Retaining Nut
    GM1277173Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the steering knuckle to the lower control arm.
    2. NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the lower ball joint retaining nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the lower ball joint retaining nut to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).

    3. Fig 2: View Of Upper Control Arm To Steering Knuckle Pinch Bolt & Nut
    GM1277172Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Connect the upper control arm to the steering knuckle.
  4. Install upper control arm pinch bolt and nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the upper control arm pinch bolt to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).

    5. Fig 3: View Of ABS Harness
    GM731546Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Connect the ABS wheel speed sensor wiring harness bracket to the steering knuckle.
    6. Fig 4: Removing/Installing Brake Hose Bracket Retaining Bolts
    GM744318Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the brake hose bracket to the steering knuckle.
  7. Install the brake hose bracket retaining bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the brake hose bracket retaining bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  8. Install the new outer tie rod retaining nut. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement in Power Steering System.
  9. Install the wheel hub and bearing. Refer to Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement .
  10. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  11. Lower the vehicle.
  12. Adjust the front toe. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment in Wheel Alignment.
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