Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Transverse Spring Using J 33432-A

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Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
Using the J 33432-A , remove the front transverse spring. See Special Tools and Equipment . Refer to Front Transverse Spring Replacement .

Fig 2: View Of Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Harness Connector

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Disconnect the electrical connector from the wheel speed sensor.

Fig 3: Shock Absorber ESC Harness Connector

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Disconnect the electronic suspension control (ESC) electrical connector from the shock, if equipped.

Fig 4: Lower Shock Absorber & Bolts

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Remove the shock absorber from the lower control arm.

Fig 5: Stabilizer Shaft Link & Lower Control Arm

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Remove the stabilizer shaft link from the lower control arm.

Fig 6: Lower Control Arm Ball Joint, Stud & Nuts

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Loosen the ball joint stud nut but do not remove the nut.

Fig 7: J 42188, Lower Ball Joint Stud & Nut

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Using J 42188 separate the lower ball joint stud from the steering knuckle.
Remove J 42188 and the ball joint stud nut (2).
Remove the ball joint stud from the steering knuckle.

Fig 8: Lower Control Arm & Bolts

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Mark the position of the cam bolts for orientation when installing.
Remove the cam bolts, washers, and nuts retaining the control arm to the crossmember.
Remove the lower control arm from the vehicle.