Subframe: Description and Operation

FRAME ASSEMBLY

The front radiator support crossmember is bolted to the body and is used to:
- aid in structural support.
- provide mounting surfaces for the front of the front suspension control arms.
- support the radiator.
- provide a mounting point for the front stabilizer bar.
- provide a mounting point for the underbody stiffener.

The front engine support crossmember is bolted to the body and is used to:
- aid in structural support.
- provide mounting surfaces for the rear of the front suspension control arms.
- provide a mounting point for the engine isolators.
- provide a mounting point for the underbody stiffener.

The rear subframe is bolted to the body and is used to:
- aid in structural support.
- provide mounting surfaces for the rear suspension bar.
- provide mounting surfaces for the rear differential.
- provide a mounting point for the rear stabilizer.