Corvette V8-7.0L (2007)
Control Arm: Service and Repair
Rear Suspension
Rear Axle Upper Control Arm Replacement (Except RPO FE4)
Rear Axle Upper Control Arm Replacement (Except RPO FE4)
Tools Required
J 42188 Ball Joint Separator
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Disconnect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector.
4. Disconnect the electronic suspension control sensor link.
5. Separate the suspension knuckle (1) from the upper control arm using J 42188.
6. Support the lower control arm with a jack stand.
7. Loosen the upper ball joint stud nut, but do not remove the nut.
8. Remove J 42188 and the ball joint stud nut (2) from the ball joint stud.