Front Cross-Member: Service and Repair

REMOVAL / INSTALLATION

CAUTION: Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it is pulled by mistake. Befroe performing the following procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.

1. Remove the steering gear and linkage.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the illustration, referring to the following:
3. Install in the reverse order of removal indicated in the table.
4. Check the front wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary.





Lower Arm Ball Joint Removal Note (2)
1. Remove the cotter pin and nut.
2. Separate the ball joint from the knuckle by using the Special Service Tool (SST).





Crossmember Nut Removal Note (4)
1. Support the engine by using the SST.
2. Support the crossmember by using a jack, then remove the crossmember nuts.





Crossmember Bushing Removal Note (8)
- Remove the crossmember bushing by using the SSTs.





Crossmember Bushing Installation Note (8)
- Apply soapy water to the new bushing, then press it into the crossmember by using the SSTs.





Stabilizer Bolt And Nut Installation Note (1)
- Tighten the nut so that 9 - 11 mm (0.35 - 0.43 inch) length of thread is exposed at the top of the bolt.