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Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Disconnect the stabilizer shaft link from the lower control arm. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
  4. If equipped, disconnect the electronic suspension front position sensor. Refer to Electronic Suspension Front Position Sensor Replacement .
  5. Disconnect any harnesses or retainers secured to the lower control arm. Note any attaching points to aid in installation.
    6. NOTE:

    Position the post jack so the lower shock absorber nuts are not obstructed and the jack does not contact the lower control arm ball joint seal.

  6. Support the lower control arm with a post jack.
    7. Fig 1: Steering Knuckle Nut
    GM3417684Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Remove the steering knuckle nut (1).
  8. Use the J-43631  remover to separate the lower control arm and steering knuckle.
  9. Support the steering knuckle.
    10. Fig 2: Shock Absorber Lower Nuts
    GM3417230Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Remove the shock absorber lower nuts (1).
    11. Fig 3: Shock Absorber Lower Bolts
    GM3417232Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  11. Remove the shock absorber lower bolts (1).
  12. Carefully remove the post jack.
    13. Fig 4: Lower Control Arm Nuts
    GM2772122Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  13. Remove the lower control arm nuts (1).
    14. Fig 5: Lower Control Arm Adjustment Cams
    GM2772123Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  14. Remove the lower control arm adjustment cams (1).
    15. Fig 6: Lower Control Arm Bolts
    GM2772124Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  15. Remove the lower control arm bolts (1).
  16. Remove the lower control arm from the vehicle.
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