Removal Procedure

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Raise and support the vehicle.
Support the lower control arm with a jack stand.

Fig 1: Supporting lower control arm with jack stand
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Remove the shock absorber nut and bushing.

Fig 2: Removing the shock absorber nut and bushing
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Remove the shock absorber lower mounting bolts.
Remove the shock absorber from the vehicle.

Fig 3: Removing the shock absorber lower mounting bolts
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