Rear Lower Arm (G537323): Removal

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CAUTION: Nuts and bolts must be tightened with the weight of the vehicle on the suspension.

WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.

Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove the LH front wheel and tire.
For additional information, refer to: Wheel and Tire (Removal and Installation).
NOTE: Use an additional wrench to prevent the ball joint rotating.

Disconnect the LH stabilizer bar link.
- Remove and discard the 2 nuts.
Disconnect the height sensor link.
Release the forward lower control arm.
- Remove the bolt and discard the nut.
Release the shock absorber from the lower arm.
- Remove the Torx bolt.
NOTE: Note the fitted position.

Remove the lower arm nut and bolt; discard the nut.
CAUTION: Make sure the ball joint seal is not damaged. A damaged seal will lead to the premature failure of the joint.

Remove the LH lower arm.
- Remove and discard the nut.
- Using the special tool, release the ball joint from the lower suspension arm.