GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise the vehicle and support it with safety stands.
  2. Remove the tire/wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Disconnect the connecting rod from the steering knuckle. Refer to Connecting Rod Replacement, I-Beam Front Axle in Steering Linkage.
  4. Support the front axle.
  5. Disconnect the stabilizer from the frame. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement .
  6. Disconnect the leaf spring from the frame. Refer to Leaf Springs Replacement .
  7. Remove the front suspension from under the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

  1. Position the front suspension unit directly under the vehicle in its correct mounting position.
  2. Raise the front suspension unit into its mounting position.
  3. Connect the leaf spring to the frame. Refer to Leaf Springs Replacement .
  4. Connect the stabilizer to the frame. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement .
  5. Install the connecting rod to the steering knuckle. Refer to Connecting Rod Replacement, I-Beam Front Axle in Steering Linkage.
  6. Install the tire/wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  7. Lower the vehicle.