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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: Axle Shaft Caulking Nut
    GM1241968Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the front wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  2. Remove the caulking nut.
  3. Remove the tie rod end from the knuckle.
  4. Remove the control arm ball joint.
  5. Remove the brake caliper.
  6. Remove the brake disc. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement in Disc Brakes.
  7. Fig 2: Backing Plate & Knuckle Assembly
    GM1241969Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the ABS wheel speed sensor, if equipped. Refer to Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement - Front in ABS.
  9. Remove the backing plate.
  10. Remove the front strut bolts.
  11. Remove the knuckle assembly.