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Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE in General Information.
  2. Remove the steering linkage shield. Refer to STEERING LINKAGE SHIELD REPLACEMENT .
  3. Remove the differential carrier shield mounting bolts.
  4. Remove the differential carrier shield.
    Fig 1: Differential Carrier Shield Mounting Bolts
    G01467370Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Important:  Use the proper tool in order to separate all ball joints.

  5. Remove the cotter pin from the steering shock absorber ball stud nut.
  6. Remove the steering shock absorber ball stud nut.
    Fig 2: Removing Cotter Pin From Steering Shock Absorber Ball Stud Nut
    G01467371Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the steering shock absorber from the relay rod using J24319-B. 
    Fig 3: Removing Steering Shock Absorber From Relay Rod
    G01467372Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the steering shock absorber mounting bolt at the front crossmember bracket nut.
  9. Remove the steering shock absorber mounting bolt from the front crossmember bracket.
  10. Remove the steering shock absorber.
  11. Inspect the ball stud threads for damage.
  12. Inspect the ball stud seals for excessive wear.
  13. Clean the threads in the ball stud and the ball stud nut.
    Fig 4: Removing Steering Shock Absorber Mounting Bolt From Front Crossmember Bracket
    G01467373Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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