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Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
  2. Remove the rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to REMOVAL PROCEDURE .
  3. Disconnect the anti-lock brake system (ABS) brake wiring harness from the upper control arm.
  4. Remove the rear brake hose routing nut and bolt.
    Fig 1: Upper Control Arm To Knuckle Nut & Bolt
    G04843670Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  5. Remove the upper control arm to knuckle nut and bolt.
    Fig 2: Upper Control To Support Bolt & Cam Nut
    G04843671Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  6. Remove the upper control to support cam nut and bolt.
  7. Remove the upper control arm.