Malibu Classic L4-2.2L (2008)
12. Tighten the transaxle mount through bolt.
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LZ4 Engines: Tighten the transaxle mount bolts to 90 N.m (66 lb ft).
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LZ9 Engines: Tighten the transaxle mount bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
13. Position the outer tie rod ends into the steering knuckles.
Important: Hold the ball stud from turning during installation of the castle nut.
14. Install new torque castle nuts to the tie rod end ball studs.
Tighten the castle nuts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft) plus 90 degrees rotation.
15. Install the front tires and wheels.
16. Lower the vehicle.
17. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding.
18. Measure the wheel alignment and adjust as necessary.
