Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Removal Procedure
2012 Buick VeranoSECTION Removal Procedure
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Standard) .
- Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Remove the front compartment insulator. Refer to Front Compartment Insulator Replacement
- Remove wheel speed sensor wiring harness from control arm and steering knuckle.
- Remove the lower ball joint to knuckle nut and bolt (1). DISCARD the nut and bolt (1).
- Separate the lower control arm from the knuckle.
- Remove the front lower control arm nut and bolt (1). DISCARD the bolt (1).
- Remove the rear lower control arm bushing nuts and bolts (1). DISCARD the bolts (1).
- Remove the lower control (1) arm from the front frame.
CAUTION:
Do not pry in such a way that the ball joint seal is contacted. Damage to the seal may result.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.