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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sonoma, 2003 GMC Jimmy, 2003 Chevrolet S10 Pickup, and 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
  2. Remove the fuel tank (2-door Utility models only).
  3. Remove the EVAP canister (2-door Utility models only), if necessary.
  4. Remove the spare tire, if necessary.
  5. Disconnect rear exhaust hangers and lower exhaust system, if necessary.
  6. Support the rear axle.
  7. Remove the frame to spring shackle mounting nut and bolt. See Figure.
  8. Remove the leaf spring to spring shackle mounting nut and bolt.
  9. Remove the spring shackle from the vehicle.
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