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Disassembly Procedure

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  1. Remove the lower control arm. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
  2. Remove the lower control arm rear bushing from the lower control arm (1):
    Fig 1: Removing Lower Control Arm Rear Bushing
    G01748549Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    1. 2.1. Install J 39874 onto J 21474-3 with the sealed end of J 39874 facing the head of the screw.
    2. 2.2. Run J 21474-3 through the control arm bushing, through the control arm, and into the small end of J 39931.
    3. 2.3. Install the thrust washer onto J 21474-3 with the seam facing toward the control arm.
    4. 2.4. Install J 21474-4 onto J 21474-3. Align all parts with the control arm bushing.
    5. 2.5. Tighten until you are able to remove the control arm bushing. The bushing may make a popping noise upon removal.