Front Crossmember Removal/Installation
FRONT CROSSMEMBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION1. Remove the under cover.
2. Remove the splash shield.
3. Remove the transverse member.
4. Remove the steering gear and linkage, and pipe component installation bolts from the front crossmember, then suspend the steering gear and linkage with a cable.
Tightening torque
^ Steering gear and linkage: 74.4-104.8 N-m (7.857-10.68 kgf-m, 54.88-77.29 ft-lbf)
^ Pipe component: 7.8-10.8 N-m (79.6-110.0 kgf-cm, 69.1-95.5 in-lbf)
5. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
7. Inspect the front wheel alignment.
Crossmember Bracket Removal Note
Warning
^ Removing the crossmember is dangerous. The crossmember component could fall and cause serious injury or death. Verify that the jack securely supports the crossmember component before removing the crossmember bracket.
1. Support the crossmember component with a jack and remove the nuts.
2. Remove the crossmember bracket.
Front Crossmember Bushing Removal Note
1. Mark the crossmember as shown in the figure (rear upper side only).
2. Remove the bushings using flathead screwdriver, being careful not to damage the front crossmember.
Front Crossmember Bushing Installation Note
1. Set the bushings as shown in the figure.
Note
^ The bushings must be installed with correct orientation as shown below, or increased noise and vibration may result.
Front Side
Rear Side
2. Install the bushing onto the crossmember using the SSTs.