Removal Procedure
- When major components are removed from the vehicle and the vehicle is supported by a hoist, support the vehicle with jack stands at the opposite end from which the components are being removed and strap the vehicle to the hoist.
- When performing work in the engine compartment or under the vehicle, ensure that the hood is fully open, or opened to its secondary latch. When the hood is opened to the secondary latch, the vehicle will disable the remote start features from the key fob and OnStar mobile app. Failure to open the hood, or open the hood to the secondary latch while doing a repair in the engine compartment or under the vehicle can result in inadvertent vehicle starting which could result in personal injury or damage to a vehicle.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the rear frame. Refer to Rear Frame Replacement .
- Remove the rear suspension upper control arm bushing. Refer to Rear Suspension Upper Control Arm Bushing Replacement
- Remove the rear axle upper control arm. Refer to Rear Axle Upper Control Arm Replacement .
- Remove the upper control arm ball joint (2) from the upper control arm (3) using the KM-619 bushing remover/installer (1).
- Inspect all parts for wear and damage.
WARNING:
To avoid any vehicle damage, serious personal injury or death:
WARNING:
Refer to Safety Glasses Warning .
NOTE:
It is recommended to observe the orientation and depth of the upper control arm ball joint bushing (2) with reference to the original position. Adhering to this recommendation will minimize the potential of incorrect upper control arm ball joint bushing (2) installation.