Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Pontiac G5 Pursuit, 2007 Pontiac G5, and 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. 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 .
- Support the rear axle with tall jack stands near each rear shock absorber.
- Remove the U-clips from the rear brake hose brackets at the rear axle.
- Remove the lower shock bolts. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement .
- Using the tall jack stands, slowly lower the rear axle in order to remove tension from the rear springs.
- Remove the spring.
- Remove the upper spring seat/jounce bumper from the spring, while leaving the lower spring seat on the axle.