Crossmember Bolt Replacement - Rear (Rearward Bolt)

Crossmember Bolt Replacement - Rear (Rearward Bolt)

Removal Procedure




1. Use hand tools to remove the nut from the rear bolt that you are replacing.
2. Remove the rear compartment floor carpet.




3. Locate the raised area over the rear bolt. The raised area is approximately 23 mm (9 in) inboard from the wheelhouse and approximately 31 mm (12 in) forward of the rear compartment vertical panel.




4. Cut out an access hole over the rear bolt.

* Cut on a 45 degree angle or less to aid in using the piece for a patch.
* Cut out a 100 x 150 mm (2 x 3 in) section forming an access hole.
* Save the cut-out piece to patch the hole.




5. Use snap ring pliers to remove the spring clip.
6. Remove the bolt.

Installation Procedure






Important: Verify that you have selected a bolt of the proper length.

1. Install the crossmember bolt.
2. Use snap ring pliers to install the spring clip.






Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install a new nut to the crossmember bolt and tighten the nut with hand tools.

Tighten the nut to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).




4. Lightly scuff sand the bonding surfaces of both the panel and the patch.
5. Wipe each bonding surface with alcohol.
6. Apply a generous amount of adhesive bonding material to the underside and to the complete perimeter of the patch.




7. Position the patch to the original position and press the patch firmly in place squeezing out the adhesive to form a leak-proof seal.

Important: A leak proof seal is essential so that exhaust and fuel fumes cannot enter the vehicle.

8. Add additional adhesive if necessary and smooth out to insure a leak proof seal.
9. Allow the bonding adhesive to cure.




10. Install the rear compartment carpet.