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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Cadillac CT4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
  2. Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  3. GM5448417Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Remove the brake hose fitting bolt (1) from the front suspension strut bracket and reposition the front brake hose.

  4. GM5448418Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Remove the front wheel speed sensor harness retainer (1) from the front suspension strut bracket.

  5. GM5448422Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Stabilizer Shaft Link Nut- Upper (1) @ Front Suspension Strut - Remove

  6. GM5492444Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Support the front steering knuckle assembly to prevent over-articulation of the ball joints.

    Steering Knuckle Nut (1) - Remove [2x]

  7. Steering Knuckle Bolt (2) - Remove [2x]
  8. GM5500694Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Suspension Strut Bumper Stop (1) - Remove

  9. Front Suspension Mount Upper Cup (2) - Remove
  10. GM5471365Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Suspension Strut Upper Mounting Nut (1) - Remove [3x]

  11. GM5448427Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Suspension Strut (1) - Remove