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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Front Lower Control Front Link
    GM4093556Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Install Front Lower Control Front Link (1)
  2. Fig 2: Front Lower Control Front Link Bolt And Nut
    GM4093545Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.

  3. Install Front Lower Control Front Link Bolt (2)

    Install a NEW bolt.

  4. Front Lower Control Front Link Nut (1)
  5. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  6. Tighten Front Lower Control Front Link Bolt (2)

    Tighten

    1. First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: (90-105 degrees)
  7. Fig 3: Steering Knuckle Nut
    GM4093550Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Install and tighten Steering Knuckle Nut (1)

    Tighten

    1. First Pass: 40 N.m (30 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: (120-135 degrees)
  9. Fig 4: Strut Assembly
    GM4217624Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Install Strut Assembly (1) @ Steering Knuckle. Refer to Strut Assembly Removal and Installation (FE2 or FE3 With F55) Strut Assembly Removal and Installation (FE2 Without F55) Strut Assembly Removal and Installation (FE4 With F55) 
  11. Fig 5: Front Stabilizer Shaft Link
    GM4223766Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  12. Install Front Stabilizer Shaft Link (1) @ Strut Assembly. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (V-Series) 
  13. Fig 6: Front Compartment Lower Noise Shield
    GM4093542Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  14. Install Front Compartment Lower Noise Shield (1). Refer to Front Compartment Lower Noise Shield Replacement (Front Wheel Drive)
  15. Fig 7: Front Wheelhouse Liner
    GM4093538Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  16. Install Front Wheelhouse Liner (1). Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement (V-Series)
  17. Fig 8: Front Brake Rotor Cooling Duct Deflector
    GM4093533Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  18. Install Front Brake Rotor Cooling Duct Deflector (1). Refer to Front Brake Rotor Cooling Duct Deflector Replacement
  19. Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (V-Series)
  20. Measure and adjust the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement