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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the front tire and wheel assemblies. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  2. If equipped with the front leveling position sensor, disconnect the electrical connector.
    3. Fig 1: Nut
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    NOTE:

    Support the lower control arm ball joint with a hydraulic jack.

  3. Loosen Nut (1)
    4. Fig 2: Separator And Steering Knuckle
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  4. Install CH-42188-B  separator (2) @Steering Knuckle (1)
  5. Separate the steering knuckle from the lower ball joint.
    6. Fig 3: Front Lower Control Arm Bushing And Bolt
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    NOTE:

    If necessary turn the steering knuckle in position.

  6. Remove Bolt (1) @Front Lower Control Arm Bushing (2) - and DISCARD
    7. Fig 4: Nuts And Bolts
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    NOTE:

    Hold against the nuts (1) to release the bolts (2). Use a suitable tool.

  7. Remove Bolt (2) and DISCARD
  8. Remove Nut (1) and DISCARD
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