Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Cadillac DTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the tires and the wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Remove the exhaust system. Refer to Exhaust System Replacement .
- Remove the coil springs. Refer to Coil Spring Replacement (FE1 and FE3) or Coil Spring Replacement (FE7) .
- Remove the brake calipers and support. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (J55) or Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (JL9) .
- Disconnect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector from each wheel.
- Disconnect the ABS electrical connectors from the support assembly.
- Remove the electronic level control link (FE1) or links (FE3).
- Support the rear suspension support assembly with a transmission jack and securely support.
- Remove the 3 bolts per side, securing the support brackets to the body of the vehicle.
- Remove the front 2 bolts and the rear 2 bolts securing the support assembly to the body.
- Lower the transmission jack and remove the support assembly.
- Transfer all necessary parts from the old support to the new support.
Fig 2: Identifying Road Sensing Suspension or Automatic Level Control Electrical Connectors & Vent Hose