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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2008GRAND PRIX BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 204 (REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSUPPORT REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2008 Pontiac Grand Prix Base

Installation Procedure

2008 Pontiac Grand Prix BaseSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: View Of Rear Suspension
    GM1209244Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Position the rear suspension support in place.
  2. Install 2 locating pins in the suspension support alignment holes, one on each side of the suspension support.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the rear suspension support mounting bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).

  4. Remove the locating pins from the suspension support alignment holes.
  5. Position the rear wheel spindle rod to the knuckle.

    Install the retaining bolts and nuts to the knuckle.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts and nuts to 150 N.m (110 lb ft).

  6. Install the stabilizer shaft to the rear suspension support. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement .
  7. Connect the brake lines to the rear suspension support. Refer to Rear Brake Hose Replacement in Hydraulic Brakes.
  8. Install the parking brake cables and the tensioner. Refer to Park Brake Cable Replacement - Left Rear and Park Brake Cable Replacement - Right Rear in Park Brake.
  9. Install the exhaust pipe. Refer to Muffler Replacement (Dual Outlet) or Muffler Replacement (Single Outlet) in Engine Exhaust.
  10. Install the Tires and Wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  11. Lower the vehicle.
  12. Adjust the rear wheel alignment. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment in Wheel Alignment.
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