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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the rear tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  2. GM4200198Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Rear Stabilizer Shaft Link Nut (1) - Remove

  3. Rear Stabilizer Shaft Link Bolt (2) - Remove
  4. GM4194652Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Rear Shock Absorber Nut (1) - Remove

  5. Rear Shock Absorber Bolt (2) - Remove

    DISCARD the bolt.

  6. Support the lower control arm.
  7. GM4195225Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Rear Suspension Lower Control Arm Nut (1) - Remove

  8. Rear Suspension Lower Control Arm Bolt (2) - Remove

    DISCARD the bolt.

  9. GM4195227Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Lower the rear suspension lower control arm (1) to provide clearance for the rear coil spring. Lower Control Arm Replacement 

  10. GM4196869Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Rear Coil Spring (1) - Remove

  11. Rear Coil Spring Lower Insulator (2) - Remove
  12. Rear Coil Spring Insulator (3) - Remove