Impala V6-3.9L (2007)
Spindle: Service and Repair
Spindle Rod Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
Important: Use a transmission jack or suitable hoist stands to prop the rear suspension support.
3. Lower the rear suspension support to gain clearance to the spindle rod to knuckle bolt. Refer to Support Replacement.
4. Remove the bolt (1) and nut from the spindle rod and the rear suspension support.
5. Remove the spindle rod to knuckle bolt (4) and nut.
6. Push the spindle rod to knuckle bolt (4) forward enough to provide clearance for the spindle rod (5) removal.
7. Remove the spindle rod (5) from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the spindle rod (5) to the vehicle.
2. Install the spindle rod (5) to the knuckle (8).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.
3. Install the spindle rod to knuckle bolt (4) and nut.
Tighten the nut to 150 N.m (110 lb ft).