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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: View of Front Hub/Rotor Assembly
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    NOTE: Refer to Vehicle Lifting and Jacking Notice .
  1. Raise and suitable support the vehicle.
  2. Remove the wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Remove the engine under covers.
    4. Fig 2: Removing/Installing Of Axle Shaft Caulking Nut And Lower Ball Joint Nut
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  4. Remove the axle shaft caulking nut. Discard the nut.
  5. Remove the lower ball joint nut.
    6. Fig 3: Separating The Steering Knuckle From The Lower Ball Joint Using KM-507-C
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    NOTE: Use only the recommended tools for separating the ball joint from the knuckle. Failure to use the recommended tools may cause damage to the ball joint and seal.
  6. Separate the steering knuckle from the lower ball joint using the KM-507-C  . See Special Tools .
  7. Remove the tie rod nut.
    8. Fig 4: Separating Tie Rod End With KM-507-C
    GM1242019Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Use only the recommended tools for separating the ball joint from the knuckle. Failure to use the recommended tools may cause damage to the ball joint and seal.
  8. Separate the tie rod end using the KM-507-C  (1). See Special Tools .
    9. Fig 5: Removal Of Rear Mounting Bracket Bolts And Bracket
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  9. Remove the damping block connection nut and bolt.
  10. Remove the rear mounting bracket bolts and the bracket.
    11. Fig 6: Removal Of Drive Axle From The Transaxle With DT 47539
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  11. Push the drive axle shaft from the wheel hub.
    12. NOTE: Refer to Drive Axle Notice .
    IMPORTANT: Place a drain pan below the transaxle to catch the escaping fluid. Cap the transaxle drive opening after the drive axle has been removed to keep the fluid in and any contamination out.
  12. Remove the drive axle from the transaxle using the DT 47539  (1). See Special Tools .
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