Disassembly Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Suzuki Swift +, 2008 Pontiac Wave, and 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Place the jackstands under the frame of the vehicle and lower the vehicle slightly so the weight of the vehicle rests on the frame and not on the control arms.
- Remove the wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Remove the control arm. Refer to Control Arm Replacement .
- Remove the ball joint mounting nuts and bolts.