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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Adjuster Link
    GM1860588Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Install the adjuster link on the knuckle and in the mounting bracket.
  2. Fig 2: Identifying Adjuster Bolt In Mounting Bracket & Adjuster Link
    GM1860565Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Install the adjuster bolt (3) in the mounting bracket and adjuster link.
  4. Install the rear adjuster cam (2) and adjuster nut (1). Finger tighten the nut at this time.
  5. Fig 3: Identifying Front Adjuster Nut & Adjuster Cam
    GM1860502Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Install the front adjuster cam (2) and the adjuster nut (1). Finger tighten the nut at this time.
  7. Fig 4: Identifying Retaining Nut From Adjuster Link To Knuckle
    GM1858817Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  8. Install the retaining nut for the adjuster link.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the retaining nut to 75 N.m (55 lb ft) plus 60 degrees.

  9. Install the rear shock absorber. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement .
  10. Fig 5: Identifying Reference Marks On Adjuster Cam & Mounting Bracket
    GM1860692Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    If servicing other suspension components, align the relationship marks on the adjuster cam and the mounting brackets to aid in the re-installation of the adjustment link.

  11. Align the reference marks on the adjuster cam and the mounting bracket.
  12. Fig 6: Identifying Adjuster Cam Bolt
    GM1860564Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  13. Install a wrench to hold the adjuster cam bolt.
  14. Tighten the adjuster cam nuts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the adjuster cam nuts to 140 N.m (103 lb ft).

  15. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
  16. Align the rear suspension. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications .