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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the rear wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  3. Remove the muffler assembly. Refer to Muffler Replacement in Engine Exhaust.
  4. Remove the lower control arms. Refer to Rear Axle Lower Control Arm Replacement .
    5. Fig 1: Removing Upper Control Arm To Support Assembly Bolts And Nuts
    GM1347517Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the upper control arm to support assembly bolts and nuts.
  6. Remove the toe links. Refer to Toe Link Replacement .
    7. Fig 2: Removing Stabilizer Shaft To Knuckle Bolts
    GM1236972Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the stabilizer shaft to knuckle bolts.
  8. Disconnect the vehicle wiring harness from the clips on the support assembly.
  9. Using a suitable jack stand, support the support assembly.
    10. Fig 3: Removing Support Assembly To Body Bolts
    GM1242791Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the support assembly to body bolts.
  11. With the aid of an assistant, remove the support assembly from the vehicle.
  12. Remove the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement .
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