CTS RWD V6-3.6L (2008)
Control Arm: Service and Repair
Rear Suspension
Upper Control Arm Replacement
Upper Control Arm Replacement
Special Tools
J 43631 Ball Joint Remover
Removal Procedure
Notice: The ball stud must not rotate during disassembly or reassembly. Hand tools must be used to keep the ball stud from rotating. If air tools are used
and the stud is allowed to rotate, damage to the ball stud and/or stud mounting hole may occur.
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (See: Wheels and Tires/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair) .
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (See: Wheels and Tires/Service and Repair) .
3. Remove the brake caliper mounting bracket. Refer to
4. Remove the shock absorber. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement (See: Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber/Service and Repair/Rear Suspension
Shock Absorber) .
5. Remove the upper ball joint retaining nut (2) from the knuckle (1).
6. Using the J 43631 , remove the upper ball joint from the upper control arm.
