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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 in General Information.
  2. Remove the front wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
    3. Fig 1: View Of Stabilizer Link At Strut Assembly
    GM851723Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Disconnect the stabilizer link from the strut.
    4. Fig 2: Removing Strut To Steering Knuckle Nuts
    GM1237969Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the strut to steering knuckle nuts.
  5. If applicable, reposition the wheel speed sensor/ABS harness and bracket.
  6. Remove the strut to steering knuckle bolts.
    7. Fig 3: Removing Upper Strut Cap To Body Nuts
    GM1236967Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the upper strut cap to body nuts.
    8. IMPORTANT: In order to prevent damage to the CV joint boot, place a shop towel over the CV joint.
  8. Remove the strut from the vehicle.
  9. For strut replacement, refer to Strut, Strut Component and/or Spring Replacement .
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