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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
  2. Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  3. GM5504532Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Engine Front Splash Shield Bolt (1) - Remove [5x]

  4. Engine Front Splash Shield Retainer (3) - Remove
  5. Engine Front Splash Shield (2) - Remove
  6. GM5330508Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Do NOT allow the ball stud to rotate while loosening the nut.

    Front Lower Control Arm Ball Stud Nut (1) - Loosen

  7. GM5330510Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Using the CH-42188-B  Ball Joint Separator (1), separate the front lower control rear link from the steering knuckle.

  8. GM5330516Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Lower Control Arm Ball Stud Nut (1) - Remove

  9. GM5511919Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Lower Control Arm Rear Nut (1) - Remove

  10. Front Lower Control Arm Rear Bolt (2) - Remove and DISCARD
  11. Front Lower Control Rear Link (3) - Remove