Lower Control Arm & Pivot Bushings: Removal
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 8 other vehicles, including the 1990 GMC S15 Pickup, 1990 GMC S15 Jimmy, 1990 GMC Pickup, 1990 GMC Cab & Chassis, and 1990 Chevrolet S10 Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Remove coil spring. See COIL SPRINGS in this article. Remove cotter pin, nut and separate lower ball joint stud from steering knuckle. Remove steering knuckle from lower control arm. Remove bolts and lower control arm.