Silverado 3500 2WD V8-6.0L (2007)
Control Arm: Service and Repair
Lower Control Arm Replacement
Lower Control Arm Replacement (2500, 3500)
Special Tools
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J 43631 Ball Joint Separator
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J 45851 Ball Joint Separator Protector Adapters
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Using mechanics wire or equivalent, support the knuckle and upper control arm.
4. Remove the stabilizer shaft links from the lower control arm.
5. Remove the shock absorber module.
6. Remove the torsion bars.
7. Remove the wheel drive shafts.
8. Using the J 43631 and the J 45851, remove the lower ball joint from the steering knuckle.
9. Remove the lower ball joint retaining nut.
