Coil Spring Insulators: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Tools Required: Steering Linkage & Tie Rod Puller (J-24319-B).
- Raise and support the vehicle.
- Support the control arm with a jack stand.
- Remove the automatic level control air tube from the shock.
- Remove the lower shock absorber lower retaining bolts. See Figure.
- Remove the adjustment link retaining nut. See Figure.CAUTION: When separating a linkage joint, do not try to disengage the joint by driving a wedge between the joint and the attached part. Seal damage may result.
- Using J-24319-B separate the adjustment link from the lower control arm. See Figure.
- Slowly lower the control arm onto the support assembly.
- Pry under the lower spring insulator. Remove the spring with the insulator. See Figure.
- Remove the jounce bumper, if necessary, by pulling downward.