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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Lower Control Arm
    GM1853091Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Position the front lower control arm (1) on the vehicle.
    2. Fig 2: Control Arm Mounting Bolt And Nut
    GM1853070Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Install the front lower control arm rear bolt (1) and front lower control arm rear nut (2).

    Only hand tighten the fasteners at this time.

    3. NOTE:
    • Ensure there are NO gaps in the threadlocker along the length of the filled area of the front lower control arm front stud threads.
    • Allow the threadlocker to cure for approximately 10 minutes before installation of the front lower control arm front nut.
  3. Apply GM specified threadlocker, or an industry equivalent, to the front lower control arm front stud threads (3). Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 
    4. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  4. Install the front lower control arm front nut (4) and tighten to 195 N.m (144 lb ft).
  5. Tighten the front lower control arm rear nut (2) to 150 N.m (111 lb ft).
  6. Connect the front lower control arm to the steering knuckle.
    7. Fig 3: Lower Ball Joint Retaining Nut
    GM1853193Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Install the front lower control arm ball stud nut (1) and tighten to:

    Tighten

    1. First Pass: 50 N.m (37 lb ft)
    2. Final Pass: (60 - 80 degrees)
  8. Install Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod at Steering Knuckle - Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
  9. Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
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