Engine Front Crossmember Replacement (4WD)

Engine Front Crossmember Replacement (4WD)


Removal Procedure

1.Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

2.Remove the differential carrier shield. Refer to Shield Replacement .





3.Remove the bolts retaining the crossmember to the frame.





1.Remove the crossmember from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure





1.Install the crossmember to the vehicle.

1.Perform the following procedure before installing the bolts.

2.1Remove all traces of the original adhesive patch.

2.2Clean the threads of the bolt with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.

2.3Apply threadlocker GM P/N 12345493 (Canadian P/N 10953488).





Notice:Refer to Fastener Notice .

2.Install the bolts retaining the crossmember to the frame.

TightenTighten the crossmember retaining bolts to 120 N �m (88 lb ft).

3.Install the differential carrier shield. Refer to Shield Replacement .

4.Lower the vehicle.