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Rear Subframe: Service and Repair



Rear Subframe - FWD







Removal

NOTICE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Tighten fasteners as specified.

1. WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions. Service Precautions

2. On both sides.
Refer to: Toe Link.

3. On both sides.
Refer to: Spring.

4. Refer to: Muffler and Tailpipe.
5. Refer to: Rear Stabilizer Bar.
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8. Position powertrain lift.
Special Tool(s): 300-OTC1585AE (Powertrain Lift)
General Equipment: Wooden Block







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11. Special Tool(s): 300-OTC1585AE (Powertrain Lift)
General Equipment: Wooden Block







Installation

1. Special Tool(s): 300-OTC1585AE (Powertrain Lift)
General Equipment: Wooden Block







2. On both sides.
Special Tool(s): 502-002 (Alignment Pins, Subframe)







3. Torque:
1 175 Nm
2 55 Nm







4. Torque: 175 Nm







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7. Refer to: Rear Stabilizer Bar.
8. Refer to: Muffler and Tailpipe.
9. On both sides.
Refer to: Spring.

10. On both sides.
Refer to: Toe Link.