Rear Wheel Spindle Rod Replacement Rear

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
3. Remove the rod to knuckle bolt (3) and washer.
4. Remove the rod nut (7) at the rear suspension support.
5. Push the bolt (6) forward enough to provide rod removal clearance.
6. Remove the rear wheel rear spindle rod (2).

1. Install the rear wheel rear spindle rod (2).
2. Push the bolt (6) rearward through the rod bushing.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

3. Install the rod nut (7) at the rear suspension support.

Tighten
Tighten the rear wheel spindle rear rod to the suspension support nut to 150 N·m (111 lb ft).




4. Install the rod to knuckle bolt (4) using thread locker, GM P/N 1052624 (or equivalent).

Tighten
Tighten the rod to knuckle bolt to 240 N·m (177 lb ft).

5. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Adjust the toe. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment in Wheel Alignment.

Rear Wheel Spindle Rod Replacement Front

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
3. Remove the brake lines from the rear suspension support. Refer to Rear Brake Hose Replacement in Hydraulic Brakes.
4. Remove the rod to knuckle bolt (3) and washer.
5. Lower and support the fuel tank just enough for bolt access at the rod to frame. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement in Engine Controls -- 3.1L or Fuel Tank Replacement in Engine Controls -- 3.8L.
6. Remove the bolt and the nut at the rear suspension support.
7. Remove the (front) rear wheel spindle rod.

1. Install the (front) rear wheel spindle rod.
2. Install the bolt and the nut to the frame. DO NOT tighten the bolt at this time.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

3. Install the bolt (3) and nut at the knuckle using thread locker, GM P/N 1052624 (or equivalent).

Tighten
Tighten the wheel spindle rod to suspension support nut to 150 N·m (111 lb ft).

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to knuckle to 240 N·m (177 lb ft).

4. Install the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement in Engine Controls -- 3.1L or Fuel Tank Replacement in Engine Controls -- 3.8L.
5. Install the brake lines to rear suspension support. Refer to Rear Brake Hose Replacement in Hydraulic Brakes.
6. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Adjust the toe-in. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment in Wheel Alignment.