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Tie Rod Replacement: Fwd: Removal

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  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE
  2. If the vehicle is equipped with automatic level control, perform the following steps:
    1. Disconnect the automatic level control sensor electrical connector.
      CAUTION: Do NOT disconnect the automatic level control sensor link from the sensor arm.
    2. Disconnect the height sensor link from the rear axle tie rod.
  3. Remove the rear axle tie rod bolts.
    Fig 1: Removing Tie Rod (FWD)
    G00371029Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the rear axle tie rod from the vehicle.