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Crossmember - Front




Crossmember - Front









Removal and Installation

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 crossmember brace. For additional information, refer to Crossmember Brace - Exploded View Crossmember Brace - Exploded View.

3. Release the brake line from the 2 clips on the front crossmember.

4. Loosen the A/C line bracket nut and release the A/C line bracket from the front crossmember.
- To install, tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).

5. Release the power steering line locator from the crossmember.

6. Using a suitable tool, support the radiator.

7. Remove the 4 front stabilizer bar bracket nuts.
- To install, tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).

8. NOTE: Two technicians are needed to carry out this step.

Remove the 4 nuts and the front crossmember.

- To install, tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).

9. To install, reverse the removal procedure.