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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: Front Shock ESC Harness Connector
    GM906230Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Disconnect the front shock ESC harness connector.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  3. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
    4. Fig 2: Shock Absorber Lower Mounting Bolts & Nuts
    GM906229Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: The ESC connector seals to the upper shock shaft. If the upper shock shaft is damaged, the shock will need replacement.
  4. Using only hand tools, remove the upper mounting nut, insulator retainer and insulator.
  5. Remove the shock absorber lower mounting bolts and nuts.
  6. Using a pry bar, compress the shock absorber from the bottom upward.
  7. While the shock is in the compressed position, install the J 43822  . See Special Tools and Equipment .
  8. Remove the shock absorber from the vehicle.
  9. Remove the J 43822  from the shock absorber. See Special Tools and Equipment .
  10. Remove the insulator and insulator retainer from the shock absorber.
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