CTS Wagon RWD V6-3.6L (2010)
14. Using mechanics wire secure the power steering gear to the engine.
15. Separate the outer tie rod from the steering knuckle. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement (All Wheel Drive) (See: Steering and
Suspension/Steering/Tie Rod/Service and Repair/Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement)Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement
(Rear Wheel Drive) (See: Steering and Suspension/Steering/Tie Rod/Service and Repair/Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement).
16. Disconnect the lower ball joint from the steering knuckle. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement (AWD) (See: Steering and
Suspension/Suspension/Control Arm/Service and Repair/Front Suspension)Lower Control Arm Replacement (FWD) (See: Steering and
Suspension/Suspension/Control Arm/Service and Repair/Front Suspension).
17. Remove the shock module yokes from the lower control arms. Refer to Front Shock Absorber Yoke Replacement (See: Steering and
Suspension/Suspension/Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber/Service and Repair/Front Suspension Strut/Front Shock Absorber Yoke Replacement).
18. Remove the engine mounts lower retaining nuts.
19. Install J 39580 under the frame.
20. Lower the vehicle to the frame support table.
21. Remove the frame mounting bolts (1, 2).
22. With the aid of an assistant, carefully raise the body from the frame.
23. Ensure when raising the body the following items are clear from the frame:
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Brake pipes
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Steering knuckles
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Electrical wiring harnesses
24. Remove the lower control arms. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement (AWD) (See: Steering and Suspension/Suspension/Control
Arm/Service and Repair/Front Suspension)Lower Control Arm Replacement (FWD) (See: Steering and Suspension/Suspension/Control
Arm/Service and Repair/Front Suspension).
25. Remove the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement (RWD) (See: Steering and Suspension/Suspension/Stabilizer Bar/Service and
Repair/Front Suspension)Stabilizer Shaft Replacement (AWD) (See: Steering and Suspension/Suspension/Stabilizer Bar/Service and
Repair/Front Suspension).
26. With the aid of an assistant, remove the frame from the support fixture.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the lower control arm to the frame. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement (AWD) (See: Steering and Suspension/Suspension/Control
Arm/Service and Repair/Front Suspension)Lower Control Arm Replacement (FWD) (See: Steering and Suspension/Suspension/Control
Arm/Service and Repair/Front Suspension).
2. Install the stabilizer shaft to the frame. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement (RWD) (See: Steering and Suspension/Suspension/Stabilizer
Bar/Service and Repair/Front Suspension)Stabilizer Shaft Replacement (AWD) (See: Steering and Suspension/Suspension/Stabilizer Bar/Service
and Repair/Front Suspension).
Do not tighten the stabilizer shaft mounting bolts at this time.
3. With the aid of an assistant, position and secure the new frame assembly to the support fixture.
4. With the aid of an assistant, carefully lower the body to the frame.
5. Ensure the following components are clear from the frame:
