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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. If equipped, disconnect the electronic suspension front position sensor from the lower control arm.
  4. Disconnect any harnesses or retainers secured to the front lower control arm. Note any attaching points to aid in installation.
  5. Fig 1: Front Lower Control Arm Nut And Bolt
    GM2381101Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Remove the front lower control arm rear nuts (1) and bolts (2). Discard the nuts and bolts.
  7. Fig 2: Front Lower Control Arm, Nuts And Bolts
    GM2381096Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Remove the steering knuckle nut (3) and bolt (1). Discard the nut and bolt.
  9. Remove the steering knuckle bolt (1) at the front lower control arm. Discard the bolt.
  10. Remove the front lower control arm front nut (4) and rear nut. Discard the nuts.
  11. Remove the front lower control arm front bolts (5). Discard the bolts.
  12. Remove the front lower control arm (2) from the vehicle.