Removal (Cadillac)
- Raise vehicle and support frame and rear axle. Remove shock absorbers as previously described. Remove stabilizer bar-to-lower control arm bolts, and remove stabilizer bar (if equipped).
- Remove bolt securing junction block to top of rear axle. Disconnect brake lines from axle clips. Disconnect link from leveling sensor arm. Place jack stand under axle nose and remove lower control arm-to-axle bolts.
- Disconnect drive shaft from pinion flange. Support drive shaft with wire. Remove jack stand from under axle nose. Remove upper arm pivot bolts at axle. Disconnect left side parking brake cable at equalizer. Disconnect cable at frame by removing clip and slide cable through hole.
- Remove cable from clip at center of rear crossmember. Disconnect cable at connector located left of frame. Support rear frame rails. Lower axle enough to remove springs.
WARNING:
Do not let axle housing twist when lowered, as springs may snap from their seats and cause personal injury.