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Removal Procedure

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  1. Support the radiator and condenser from above using the upper brackets on each side.
  2. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  3. Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  4. Remove the drivetrain and front suspension frame transmission protector from the front frame, if equipped. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Transmission Protector Replacement .
  5. Remove the front compartment front center insulator, if equipped. Refer to Front Compartment Front Center Insulator Replacement .
  6. Remove the underbody front air deflector. Refer to .
  7. Disconnect the lower ball joints from the steering knuckles. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
    8. Fig 1: Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Bracket And Bolts
    GM2506890Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Remove the four fasteners (1) retaining the stabilizer shaft to the drivetrain and front suspension.
    9. Fig 2: Steering Rack Retaining Bolts & Exhaust Isolators
    GM2531740Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  9. Remove the steering rack retaining bolts (1) and discard.
  10. Using mechanics wire, secure the power steering gear and stabilizer shaft to the vehicle.
  11. Disconnect the hydraulic power steering hoses from the front frame.
  12. Disconnect the exhaust isolators (2) from the front suspension frame.
  13. Disconnect the power brake booster pump hose and connector, if equipped.
    14. Fig 3: Transmission Mount Bracket To Rear Mount Through Bolt
    GM2888245Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  14. Remove the rear transmission mount bracket to rear mount through bolt (1).
  15. Using a suitable support table or equivalent, support the front suspension frame.
    16. Fig 4: Upper Frame Suspension Retaining Bolts
    GM2888252Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  16. Remove the upper frame suspension retaining bolts (1).
    17. Fig 5: Frame & Bolts
    GM2508892Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  17. Remove the frame front bolts (1).
  18. Remove the frame rear bolts (2).
  19. Remove the frame (3) from the vehicle.
  20. Remove the following components, if replacing the frame:
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