Malibu V6-3.5L VIN 8 (2004)
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Remove the lower control arm.
4. Remove the lower control arm to rear bushing bolt.
5. Note the position of the bushing during removal. Remove the bushing off the lower control arm.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the bushing on the lower control arm as previously noted.
2. Using LOCTITE 234 or equivalent on the bolt threads, install the lower control arm to bushing bolt.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Hold the rear bushing inner sleeve when tightening the rear bushings to control arm bolt.
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Tighten the bolt to 44 Nm (32 ft. lbs.).
