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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Front Lower Control Front Link Nut
    GM3460356Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Position the front lower control front link (2) in the steering knuckle ball joint (4).
  2. Position the front lower control front link (2) in the frame.
  3. 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.

  4. Install the NEW front lower control front link bolt (3) and OLD nut (1).
  5. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  6. Tighten the NEW front lower control front link bolt (3).

    Tighten

    1. First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: (90-105 degrees)
  7. Fig 2: Steering Knuckle Nut
    GM3460352Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Install and tighten the OLD steering knuckle nut (1).

    Tighten

    1. First Pass: 40 N.m (30 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: (120-135 degrees)
  9. Connect any harnesses or retainers previously disconnected from the front lower control front link.
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