Installation Procedure

1. Raise and support the crossmember (1) with a jack.

Important: Do NOT tighten the nuts and bolts completely. The weight of the vehicle must be on the wheels and tires before tightening the nuts and bolts.

2. Secure the crossmember with the 8 bolts (3,4,6,7,8,9,11).
3. Remove the jack from the crossmember.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.





4. Secure the steering gear clamps to the crossmember with the 4 bolts (1) and the 4 nuts.
- Tighten the nuts and bolts to 55 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
5. Remove the jacks from the steering gear.

Important: Do NOT tighten the nuts and bolts completely. The weight of the vehicle must be on the wheels and tires before tightening the nuts and bolts.





6. Install the following components to the front lower control arms:
- The 2 bolts (1)
- The 2 nuts
- The 2 washers

7. Remove the jacks from the front lower control arms.
8. Secure the radiator core support to the crossmember with the 2 bolts.
- Tighten the bolts to 25 Nm (19 ft. lbs.).
9. Remove the jacks from the radiator core support.
10. Lower the vehicle.





11. With the weight of the vehicle on the tires and wheels, tighten the 8 crossmember bolts (3,4,6,7,8,9,11).
- Tighten the bolts to 94 Nm (68 ft. lbs.).





12. Tighten the front lower control arm nuts and bolts (1).
- Tighten the nuts and bolts to 85 Nm (61.5 ft. lbs.).
13. Install the steering linkage skid plate. Refer to Skid Plate Replacement-Steering Linkage in Frame and Underbody.
14. Measure the wheel alignment. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment in Alignment.
15. Adjust the front toe, if necessary. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment in Alignment.