With RPO FE1 and FE3

Forward Body Mount Replacement (FE1 and FE3)

Removal Procedure





1. Raise the vehicle and suitably support. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the wheels and the tires.
3. Remove the exhaust system.
4. Support the forward end of the rear suspension support with a suitable jack.
5. Remove the forward body mount brackets at the support assembly.
6. Remove the two bolts securing the front of the support assembly to the vehicle.
7. Lower the jack to allow the front end of the support assembly to lower enough to allow for removal of the mounts.





8. Using a punch, bend the tabs on the mount inboard (1) and then tap the mount downward and out of the support assembly.

Installation Procedure





1. Tap the mount into the support assembly ensuring the flat is outboard (2) and the notch (1) is rearward upon the installation.
2. Bend the tabs outboard with a large pair of pliers. The tabs should be fully seated against the chamfer in the support assembly retainer ring.
3. Raise the support assembly to the body of the vehicle.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Install the 2 bolts securing the front of the support assembly to the vehicle body.
^ Tighten the bolts to 191 Nm (141 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the brackets to body at the support assembly forward mounts.
^ Tighten the body bracket bolts to 86 Nm (63 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the exhaust system.
7. Install the wheels and the tires.
^ Tighten the wheel nuts to 125 Nm (80 ft. lbs.).
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Inspect and adjust the rear toe.