Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sonoma, 2003 GMC Jimmy, 2003 Chevrolet S10 Pickup, and 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the front coil spring. Refer to FRONT COIL SPRINGS REPLACEMENT .
- Remove the lower ball joint from the steering knuckle. Refer to LOWER BALL JOINT REPLACEMENT (RWD) or LOWER BALL JOINT REPLACEMENT (4WD) .
- Remove the lower control arm from the vehicle.
- Remove the lower control arm bumper nut.
- Remove the lower control arm bumper.
- Inspect the lower ball joint for wear, replace as necessary.