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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. Remove the rear spring. Refer to Coil Spring Replacement .
  4. Fig 1: Identifying Lower Control Arm Bolt And Nut
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  5. Remove the lower control arm to support assembly bolt and nut.
  6. Remove the lower control arm from the vehicle.
  7. Remove the lower control arm spring insulators. Inspect the lower spring insulator for damage and replace as necessary.