Cross-Member: Service and Repair

Transmission Support Crossmember

Removal and Installation

Transmission Support Crossmember - Exploded View

NOTE: Transmission not shown for clarity.











1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Jacking and Lifting Service and Repair.

2. If equipped, remove the skid plate fasteners and skid plate.

3. Remove the LH and RH exhaust heat shield-to-crossmember fasteners.





4. Remove the 2 transmission mount nuts.
- To install, tighten to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft).





5. Support the transmission.

6. NOTE: Mark the transmission crossmember next to the edge of the frame bracket to make sure the crossmember is installed in the same position it was removed from.

NOTE: The crossmember nuts are installed on the crossmember bolts facing the front of the vehicle.

Remove the 4 transmission crossmember bolts (2 each side) and the transmission crossmember.

- To install, tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).





7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.