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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN K2500, 6.0 UREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1148 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSLOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2006 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 6.0 U
Removal Procedure
2006 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 6.0 USECTION Removal Procedure
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IMPORTANT:
The following service procedure applies to vehicle equipped with cast iron lower control arms only.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Remove the lower control arm from the vehicle. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement (1500) or Lower Control Arm Replacement (2500, 3500) .
- Place the lower control arm in a vise.
- Using a chisel, remove the securing crimps from the ball joint body, if equipped.
- Using a press, remove the ball joint from the lower control arm.
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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.