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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1993JIMMY BASE, 2D UTILITY, 4.3 Z, RWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)SUSPENSIONFRONT SUSPENSIONSUSPENSION - FRONT COIL SPRING (2WD)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONLOWER CONTROL ARMREMOVAL
1993 GMC Jimmy Base, 2D Utility, 4.3 Z, RWD, Standard
Lower Control Arm: Removal
1993 GMC Jimmy Base, 2D Utility, 4.3 Z, RWD, StandardSECTION Removal
- Raise and support vehicle with jack stand under frame, with control arms hanging free. Remove wheel and tire assembly. Remove coil spring. See COIL SPRINGSΒ under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Separate lower ball joint from steering knuckle. See LOWER BALL JOINTΒ under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
- Separate lower control arm from steering knuckle and carefully maneuver out of opening in splash shield. Remove lower control arm-to-frame pivot bolts and nuts (rear bolt and nut first). Remove lower control from vehicle.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.