CTS RWD V6-3.6L (2008)
8. Remove the upper control arm to steering knuckle pinch bolt.
9. Separate the upper control arm from steering knuckle .
10. Remove the lower ball joint retaining nut and discard.
11. Using J 43631 disconnect the lower ball joint from the steering knuckle.
12. Remove the steering knuckle from the lower ball joint stud.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the steering knuckle to the lower ball joint stud.
2. Install a new lower ball joint retaining nut.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (See: Service Precautions/Vehicle Damage Warnings/Fastener Notice) .
3. Tighten the nut in the following order:
1. Tighten the nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
2. Tighten the nut to an additional 210 degree turn.