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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. Remove Rear Wheelhouse Liner. Rear Wheelhouse Liner Replacement
  3. Fig 1: Electrical Connector And Rear Shock Absorber
    GM4282233Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Disconnect { If equipped }Electrical Connector (1) @Rear Shock Absorber (2)
  5. Remove { If equipped }Wiring Harness@Rear Shock Absorber and position aside
  6. Support the lower control arm with a tall jack stand.
  7. Fig 2: Rear Shock Absorber Bolt
    GM4282239Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Remove Rear Shock Absorber Nut (1)
  9. Rear Shock Absorber Bolt (2) and DISCARD
  10. Fig 3: Rear Shock Absorber Bolt
    GM4282241Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  11. Remove Rear Shock Absorber Bolt (1)
  12. Fig 4: Rear Shock Absorber
    GM4282243Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  13. Remove Rear Shock Absorber (1)