Removal Procedure

2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 GMC Envoy and 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Remove the outer tie rod from the steering knuckle. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
  4. Remove the stabilizer shaft link from the lower control arm. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link ReplacementΒ .
  5. Remove the shock module yoke lower from the lower control arm. Refer to Front Shock Absorber Yoke ReplacementΒ .
  6. Remove the lower ball joint from the lower control arm. Refer to Lower Control Arm Ball Joint ReplacementΒ .
  7. Fig 1: Identifying Lower Control Arm Bracket Mounting Nuts
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  8. Remove the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting nuts.
  9. NOTE: Note the direction the bolts are removed for installation.
  10. Remove the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting bolts.
  11. NOTE: Take care not to disengage the axle shaft from the transmission (4WD only).
  12. Pivot the lower control arm outward and downward in order to disconnect the lower control arm from the lower control arm bracket.
  13. NOTE: Ensure that the spacer stays in position on the front control arm bracket front bushing.
  14. Remove the lower control arm from the vehicle.
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  • 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.