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Removal Procedure

  1. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle with safety stands. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
  2. Remove the engine protection shield, if equipped.

    Important:  Do not reuse the nut.

  3. Remove the steering damper (2) ball stud nut (1).
    Fig 1: Removing Steering Damper Ball Stud Nut
    G01662269Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the steering damper ball stud from the relay rod using the J 24319-B  .
    Fig 2: Removing Steering Damper Ball Stud
    G01662270Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Important:  Do not reuse the nut.

  5. Remove the steering damper mounting bolt (5) and the nut (6).
  6. Remove the steering damper (4) from the vehicle.
  7. Inspect the following parts:
    • The steering damper for leaks and damage
    • The mounting bolts and the nuts for damage or corrosion
    Fig 3: Removing Steering Damper
    G01662271Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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