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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the front lower control arm assembly. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
    2. Fig 1: View Of Lower Control Arm In Soft Jawed Vise
    GM1853578Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the lower control arm in a soft jawed vise.
    3. Fig 2: Front Lower Control Arm Rear Bushing Replacement Tools
    GM1853579Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Assemble the J 2619-01  Slide Hammer and Adapter and the CH-48107  Bushing Remover and Installer.
  4. Position the J 2619-01  Slide Hammer and Adapter and the CH-48107  Bushing Remover and Installer lower control arm bushing.
  5. Using the J 2619-01  Slide Hammer and Adapter and the CH-48107  Bushing Remover and Installer, remove the front lower control arm bushing.
    6. Fig 3: Control Arm Bushing Installer & Remover
    GM1853576Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Using the J 5590  Installer and Remover, remove the rear lower control arm bushing.
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