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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Lower the rear axle in order to gain access to the top portion of the rear springs. Refer to Coil Spring Replacement .
  3. Fig 1: View Of Coil Spring
    GM855051Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the upper spring seat/jounce bumper from the spring, while leaving the lower spring seat on the axle.
  5. Fig 2: View Of Upper Spring Seat/Jounce Bumper
    GM855055Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.