Cavalier L4-2.2L VIN 4 (1998)
Cross-Member: Service and Repair
Rear Suspension
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Support the rear axle assembly (1) with suitable jackstands.
3. Remove the both rear tires and the wheel assembly. Refer to WHEEL REMOVAL.
4. Disconnect the brake pipe at the brake pipe brackets on the axle assembly. Refer to PIPE REPLACEMENT in HYDRAULIC BRAKES. This will
ensure that the axle assembly is not suspended by the brake pipes and the hoses. Plug the brake pipe openings to prevent loss of brake fluid from
master cylinder.
5. Remove the lower shock absorber mount bolt (4).
6. Lower the rear axle.
7. Disconnect the parking brake at the equalizer unit. Refer to PARKING BRAKE.
8. Disconnect the rear ABS wiring connector.
9. Remove the right brake lines and the left brake lines.