Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Cadillac CTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the lower control arm (3) to the vehicle.
- Install the front lower control arm mounting bolt (1) to tighten to 200 N.m (148 lb ft).
- Install the rear lower control arm mounting bolt (2) to tighten to 320 N.m (236 lb ft).
- Install the ABS wire harness to the lower control arm.
- Connect the lower ball joint to the steering knuckle.
- Install a NEW front lower control arm front nut.
- Tighten the lower ball joint retaining nut in the following order:
- Tighten the front lower control arm front nut to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
- Tighten the front lower control arm front nut to an additional 120 degree turn.
- Connect the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
- Install the steering linkage outer tie rod nut. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement (RWD) , Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement (AWD) .
- Install the stabilizer shaft link to the lower control arm. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (AWD) , Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (RWD)
- Adjust the lower control arm to Z height. Refer to Trim Height Specifications .
- Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Align the front end. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .