Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 GMC Canyon and 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the spring shackle. Refer to Spring Shackle Replacement .
Remove the spare tire when servicing the left side bushing.

Fig 1: View Of Bushing Flange

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Use a blunt punch to straighten out the bushing flange that comes through the inner frame.

Fig 2: Using J 21474-01

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Remove the spring shackle bushing using J 21474-01 . See Special Tools .