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Removal (Bravada, Jimmy, Sonoma, Syclone, Typhoon & "T" Series Blazer & Pickup)

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  1. Raise and support vehicle. Unload torsion bar tension. See Figure . Count exact number of tool turns for reassembly reference. Slide, but DO NOT remove, torsion bar forward. Remove wheel and tire assembly.
  2. Remove stabilizer bar from vehicle. See STABILIZER BAR  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Remove shock absorber from vehicle. See SHOCK ABSORBER  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Separate lower ball joint from steering knuckle. See LOWER BALL JOINT  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
  3. Remove lower control arm pivot bolts, nuts and washers. Remove lower control arm from vehicle. See Figure . Replace bushings and/or bumper as necessary.