Malibu L4-144 2.4L DOHC VIN T SFI (1998)
1. Install the ball joint (4) in the control arm (2).
2. Install the three ball joint bolts (3) and nuts (1) as shown on the instruction sheet in the ball joint kit and tighten the ball joint bolts to specification.
3. Install the ball joint stud through the steering knuckle.
4. Install the ball joint nut (2). Do not loosen the nut during installation.
Tighten
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Tighten the ball joint to steering knuckle nut to 55 N.m (41 lb ft) minimum, 65 N.m (50 lb ft) maximum, to install the cotter pin (1).
5. Install the cotter pin (1).
6. Install the nut attaching the stabilizer link to the stabilizer shaft.
Tighten
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Tighten the nut to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).