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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Pontiac G5 and 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
    3. NOTE: Do not free the ball stud by using a pickle fork or a wedge-type tool. Damage to the seal or bushing may result.
    Fig 1: Identifying Lower Control Arm Ball Stud-To-Steering Knuckle Pinch Bolt
    GM851659Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the ball stud to steering knuckle pinch bolt and nut.
  4. Separate the ball stud from the steering knuckle.
  5. Remove the rear frame bolt.
    6. Fig 2: View Of Control Arm
    GM851695Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the control arm to frame bolts.
  7. Remove the control arm from the frame.
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