Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Cadillac CT4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
- Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt (1) - Remove
- Engine Front Splash Shield Retainer (2) - Remove [2x]
- Engine Front Splash Shield Bolt (3) - Remove
Engine Front Splash Shield Bolt- Right Side (1) - Remove [2x]
- Engine Front Splash Shield Retainer- Right Side (2) - Remove [2x]
Front Compartment Air Deflector Bolt (1) - Remove [9x]
- Front Compartment Air Deflector Retainer (2) - Remove [2x]
Front Compartment Air Deflector (1) - Remove
- NOTE:
Do NOT allow the ball stud to rotate while loosening the nut.
Front Lower Control Arm Ball Stud Nut (1) - Loosen
Using the CH-42188-B Ball Joint Separator (1), separate the front lower control rear link from the steering knuckle.
Front Lower Control Arm Ball Stud Nut (1) - Remove
Front Lower Control Arm Rear Nut (1) - Remove
- Front Lower Control Arm Rear Bolt (2) - Remove and DISCARD
- Front Lower Control Rear Link (3) - Remove