GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes
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Chevrolet
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2005
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Astro - 4WD
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Suspension
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Front Suspension
🢒 Front Lower Control Arm Bushing Replacement
Tools Required
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J 9519-E
Lower Ball Joint Remover and Installer
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J 36618
Lower Control Arm Bushing Service Set
Removal Procedure
Remove the lower control arm. Refer to
Lower Control Arm Replacement
.
Remove the front bushing.
2.1.
Unbend the crimps using a punch.
2.2.
Remove the bushing using the J 36618-2, the J 9519-23, the J 36618-4, and the J 36618-1.
Remove the rear bushing (no crimp). Remove the bushing using the J 36618-5, the J 36618-3, the J 36618-2, and the J 9519-23.
Installation Procedure
Install the front bushing using the J 36618 and the J 9519-23. After installing the bushing, crimp the bushing into place.
Install the rear bushing using the J 36618 and the J 9519-23.
Install the lower control arm. Refer to
Lower Control Arm Replacement
.