SRX AWD V8-4.6L VIN A (2004)
Tighten the nut to 20 Nm (15 lb ft), then an additional 210 degrees.
26.
Position the shock absorber to the lower control arm and install the attaching bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 28 Nm (21 lb ft).
27.
Connect the ride height sensor linkage.
28.
Position the stabilizer bar to the lower control arm and install the nut.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 72 Nm (53 lb ft).
29.
Connect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector.
30.
Connect the outer tie rod end to the knuckle and install the nut.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 20 Nm (15 lb ft), then an additional 160 degrees.
31.
Using the mark made earlier, align and install the brake rotor.
32.
Install the brake caliper and bracket assembly to the knuckle and install the two bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 175 Nm (129 lb ft).
33.
Place the supports under the lower control arm to raise the arm to the normal curb height position.
Tighten
Tighten the lower control arm nuts to 175 Nm (129 lb ft).
34.
Install the front wheel and tire assembly.
Tighten
Tighten the wheel nuts to 140 Nm (103 lb ft).
35.
Repeat the procedure on the opposite side of the vehicle if necessary.
36.
Check the wheel alignment.
37.
Lower the vehicle.
Rear Lower Control Arm and Knuckle Replacement - XLR and Corvette
2004 Cadillac XLR & Chevrolet Corvette
This procedure should only be performed if the results in the INSPECTION procedure indicate that replacement of these parts are required.
See the appropriate Service Manual sections for additional information, illustrations, and required tool usage.
Important:
This procedure is based on the vehicle being partially disassembled in the INSPECTION procedure.
1.
Remove the lower ball joint stud to knuckle retaining nut.
2.
Separate the knuckle from the lower control arm.
