Frame Mount Replacement
Frame Mount ReplacementRemoval Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Use a transmission jack to support the rear differential
3. Scribe a reference mark on the vehicle body around the perimeter of the rear axle cradle mount to ensure proper re-installation.
4. Remove the rear axle cradle mount to the vehicle body bolt.
5. Slightly lower the rear axle cradle.
6. Remove the rear axle cradle mount protective shield.
7. Remove the rear axle cradle mount to the rear axle cradle bolt.
8. Remove the rear axle cradle mount.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the rear axle cradle mount.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the rear axle cradle mount to the rear axle cradle bolt.
^ Tighten the rear axle cradle mount to the rear axle cradle bolt to 100 Nm (74 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the rear axle cradle mount protective shield.
4. Raise the rear axle cradle into place.
5. Align the rear axle cradle mounts to the reference marks previously scribed during the removal procedure.
6. Install the rear axle cradle mount to the vehicle body bolt.
^ Tighten the rear axle cradle mount to the vehicle body bolt to 65 Nm (48 ft. lbs.).
7. Remove transmission jack.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Adjust the rear toe to specifications.