did you remove the stabilizer bar nut (the one with the hex on the end of the bolt)? If so, all you need to do is push down hard at the lug nut area/rear axle hub. Note you need to jack up the other side to push the stabilizer bolt out. I hope you didn't remove the center nut on the shock absorber. You should only losen it and remove it after it is out. The assembly will expand if you do that. Just did mine yesterday
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