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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise and 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. Fig 1: Removing Brake Pipe Bracket (2) From Mounting Studs
    GM725841Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the brake pipe bracket nuts when removing the right coil spring.
  4. Remove the brake pipe bracket (2) from the mounting studs (1).
    5. Fig 2: Supporting Lower Control Arm Using A Suitable Jack
    GM728904Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Support the lower control arm using a suitable jack.
    6. Fig 3: Removing Lower Shock Mounting Bolt
    GM783074Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the lower shock mounting bolt.
  7. Lower the lower control arm and remove the support.
  8. Support the cradle with a suitable jack.
    9. Fig 4: Removing Side Cradle To Body Mounting Bolts And Washers
    GM708181Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Remove the cradle bolts from the side that the coil spring is being replaced on.
  9. Remove the side cradle to body mounting bolts (4) and washers (3).
    10. IMPORTANT: Lower the cradle far enough to remove the coil spring.
  10. Lower the side of the cradle.
  11. Remove the coil spring from the vehicle.
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