Malibu V6-3.5L VIN 8 (2004)
5. Install the axle nut to the wheel drive shaft, hand tighten the wheel drive shaft nut.
6. Install the brake rotor.
7. Install the wheel drive shaft nut to the wheel drive shaft.
8. Use a screw driver or similar tool to stop the rotation of the brake rotor.
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Tighten the wheel drive shaft nut to 215 Nm (159 ft. lbs.).
9. Install the tire and wheel assemblies.