Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: Use the ignition key in order to unlock the steering column.

Turn the steering wheel in order to move the front of the applicable wheel to the outboard most position.
IMPORTANT: Use ONLY a frame-contact type vehicle lift or a floor jack at the recommended lift points. Do NOT use a suspension-contact type vehicle lift. Do NOT lift the vehicle by the lower control arms.
Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
Disconnect the ABS wheel speed sensor connector (2).
Disconnect the ABS wheel speed sensor jumper harness from the harness retainer clips.
Remove the stabilizer shaft link. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement

Fig 1: Disconnecting ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Connector
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Remove the cotter pin (1) from the ball stud (3).
Loosen the ball stud nut (2).

Fig 2: Lower Ball Joint Stud, Cotter Pin And Nut
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the J 41820 over the ball stud and lower control arm as shown.
Rotate the ball stud nut counterclockwise in order to separate the ball stud from the steering knuckle.

Fig 3: Separating The Ball Stud From The Steering Knuckle Using J 41820
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Remove the J 41820.
Remove the ball stud nut.
Remove the lower control arm bolts and nuts.
Remove the lower control arm.

Fig 4: Lower Control Arm Bolts And Nuts Removed
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.