Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Safari and 2002 Chevrolet Astro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the coil spring. Refer to Front Coil Springs Replacement .
Remove the lower ball joint cotter pin and the retaining nut.

Fig 1: Lower Ball Joint Cotter Pin & Retaining Nut
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Disconnect the lower ball joint from the steering knuckle using J 23742.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Lower Ball Joint From Steering Knuckle
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Remove the lower control arm.

Fig 3: Lower Control Arm
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