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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Ball Joint & Control Arm
    GM933754Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: The control arm must be clean and free of debris.
  1. Install the ball joint to the control arm as previously noted.
  2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
    IMPORTANT:
    • Only use hardware provided with the new ball joint.
    • The bolts must be installed with the bolt head on top of the ball joint.
  3. Install the ball joint to control arm bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts and nuts to 68 N.m (50 lb. ft.).

  4. Install the lower control arm. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .