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Removal Procedure

  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the underbody shields. Refer to Catalytic Converter Guard Replacement .
  3. Support the front differential.
  4. Fig 1: Differential Carrier Assembly Left & Right Side Axle Mount Bolts & Nuts
    GM821616Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the differential mounting nut, bolt, and washer. Refer to DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT in Front Drive Axle.
  6. Fig 2: Crossmember (Lower Control Arm)
    GM821952Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the crossmember mounting bolts.
  8. Remove the crossmember from the vehicle.