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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise and support the vehicle.
  2. Remove the fuel tank (2-door Utility models only).
  3. Remove the EVAP canister (2-door Utility models only).
  4. Remove spare tire on, if necessary.
  5. Disconnect rear exhaust hangers and lower exhaust system, if necessary.
  6. Support the rear axle.
  7. Remove the spring shackle to frame mounting nut and bolt.
    Fig 1: Removing Spring Shackle-To-Frame Mounting Nut & Bolt
    G00357824Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Loosen the lower spring shackle mounting bolt at the leaf spring. Leave the bolt attached.
  9. Lower the axle until there is enough clearance to remove the spring shackle bushing.
  10. Use a blunt punch to straighten out the bushing flange that comes through the inner frame.
    11. NOTE: Replace both of the spring shackle bushings while the fuel tank is removed from the vehicle.
  11. Remove the spring shackle bushing using J 21474-01.
  12. Repeat steps 7 through 11 for other spring shackle bushing.
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