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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008HHR LT, 2.4 P, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 630 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSLOWER CONTROL ARM REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, Automatic

Installation Procedure

2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: View Of Front Lower Control Arm Components
    GM2003591Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Position the lower control arm (3) in the frame (6).
    2. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  2. Install the control arm to frame bolt (4) and tighten to 100 N.m (74 lb ft) + 180 degrees.
  3. Install the lower control arm brackets (5) and bolt (2) and tighten to 55 N.m (41 lb ft).
    4. Fig 2: View Of Front Lower Control Arm Ball Stud Nut
    GM2003560Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Install the lower control arm bolt (3) in the knuckle (2).
    5. NOTE:

    The torque sequence must be followed in the order that is listed.

  5. Install the lower control arm nut (1) and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft). Reverse the nut 3/4 turn. Then tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft) + 30 degrees.
  6. Install the wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Road test the vehicle in order to test for leads or pulls. If leads or pulls are present refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .
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