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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the lower control arm. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
  2. Secure the lower control arm in a vise.
    IMPORTANT: Apply J 23444-A  or equivalent high pressure lubricant to the threads of the J 21474-19  .
  3. Assemble the following bushing removal tools as shown:
    • J 21474-19  3/8 inch Bolt.
    • The remover/installer from the J 41397  .
    • The receiver from the J 41397  .
    • J 21474-18  3/8 inch Nut.
      Fig 1: Identifying J 21474-19, J 41397-1A, J 41397-2A & J 21474-18 In Order Of Assembly
      GM534367Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Tighten the J 21474-18  until the front bushing is removed from the control arm.
  5. Disassemble the bushing removal tools.
  6. Assemble the following bushing removal tools as shown:
    • J 21474-27 
    • The remover/installer from the J 41211  .
    • The receiver from the J 41211  .
    • J 21474-4  .
      Fig 2: View Of J 21474-27, J 41211-1, J 41211-3 & J 21474-4 In Order Of Assembly
      GM534378Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Tighten the J 21474-27  until the rear bushing is removed from the control arm.
  8. Disassemble the bushing removal tools.
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