Part Description: 2005 Buick LeSabre Bolt/Screw-Rear Suspension Control Arm
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2005 Buick LeSabre | Custom, Limited | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS
FAQ for Camber and Alignment Kit Repair
Q: How to inspect the Trim Height?
A:
You should set the tire pressures to the pressure shown on the certification label, check the fuel level, add additional weight if necessary to simulate a full tank, ensure the rear compartment is empty except for the spare tire, ensure the vehicle is on a level surface, and close the doors and the hood. All dimensions are measured vertically to the ground. Trim heights should be within 13 mm (0.5 inches) to be considered correct.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: How to adjust the Front Toe?
A:
You should loosen the lock nuts on the tie rod, rotate the inner tie rod to adjust the toe, and adjust the boots as needed in order to prevent damage.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What should be cautioned in Front Camber adjustment?
A:
You can not allow the bolts to turn. This will ruin the serrated shoulder. It is necessary to grind the lower bolt hole on the strut to achieve a proper camber setting. If camber specification is not achieved by this procedure you should check for bent or worn parts.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: How to adjust the Front Caster?
A:
You should remove the top 3 fasteners from the strut tower, lift the front of the vehicle by the body in order to separate the strut from the inner wheelhouse, pop out the 2 guide pins, and hand file the excess metal in order to make slotted holes, paint the exposed metal using rust preventative paint or primer, lower the front of the vehicle, install the strut attaching fasteners, move the top of the strut forward or rearward in order to adjust the caster and perform a complete wheel alignment.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: How to align the Measuring Wheel?
A:
You should install the alignment equipment according to the manufacturer's instructions, jounce the front and the rear bumpers 3 times before checking the wheel alignment, measure the alignment angles and record the readings and adjust alignment angles to vehicle specification, if necessary.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What is the recommended torque when installing the upper strut to the knuckle nut?
A:
The recommended torque is 147 Nm (108 ft. lbs.).
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What is the recommended torque when installing the lower strut to the knuckle nut?
A:
The recommended torque is 147 Nm (108 ft. lbs.).
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What should be noticed in Rear Toe adjustment?
A:
You should loosen the inner adjustment link cam nut, rotate the cam bolt, recheck the toe setting after tightening and readjust the toe setting if necessary.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What is the recommended torque when installing the cam nut?
A:
The recommended torque is 91 Nm (67 ft. lbs.).
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
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FAQ for Other Repair Info
Q: How to install the Park Brake Cable-Right Rear?
A:
You should install the right park brake cable to the Parking Brake Cable support bracket, press the right park brake cable into the parking brake cable support bracket, connect the right park brake cable to the park brake actuator lever, install the right park brake cable to the caliper park brake cable bracket, connect the intermediate park brake cable connector to the right park brake cable, pull down on the intermediate park brake cable near the park brake cable connector, connect the intermediate park brake cable to the park brake connector and install the right park brake cable into the park brake cable guide, and install the right park brake cable guide bolt, the front park brake cable, and the right tire and wheel assembly.
Q: How to install the Power Steering Pressure Hose?
A:
You should install the power steering pressure hose to the vehicle, install the power steering pressure hose to the power steering pump, install the power steering pressure hose to the power steering gear, install the Power Steering Hose retainer to the engine frame, install the power steering pressure hose into the power steering hose retainer, install the power steering gear heatshield, lower the vehicle and bleed the power steering system.
Q: What should be noticed in removing the Steering Knuckle?
A:
You should remove the outer tie rod end retaining nut and use J 24319-B to separate the outer tie rod from the Steering Knuckle.