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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION  .
  3. Remove the stabilizer links. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
  4. Remove the oil pan skid plate, if equipped.
    Fig 1: Remove Oil Pan Skid Plate (If Equipped)
    G01480056Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the stabilizer shaft insulator bracket bolts (3).
  6. Remove the stabilizer shaft bracket (2).
  7. Remove the stabilizer shaft (4).
  8. Remove the stabilizer shaft insulators (1).
  9. Inspect all of the parts for wear and damage.
    Fig 2: Stabilizer Shaft, Bracket, Insulators & Bracket Bolts
    G01480057Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.