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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
    3. Fig 1: Identifying Lower Control Arm Assembly
    GM1972280Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the lower control arm bolt from the knuckle (1).
  4. Remove the rear coil spring from the lower control arm. Refer to Rear Spring, Insulator, and Jounce Bumper Replacement .
    5. Fig 2: Exploded View of Lower Control Arm Assembly
    GM1972555Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the lower control arm retaining nut (2).
  6. Remove the lower control arm mounting bolt (1).
    7. Fig 3: View of Lower Control Arm
    GM1972394Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the lower control arm from the vehicle (1).
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