Rear Cross-Member Bushing: Service and Repair

The content of this article reflects the changes identified in TSB - 05-03-09-005

Support Rear Drive Module Mounting Bushing Replacement

^ Tools Required
- J 45221 Bushing Remover and Installer

Removal Procedure





1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the production muffler and resonator as an assembly.
3. Remove the rear stabilizer shaft.
4. Remove the rear drive module bracket to support bolt and nut. Discard the nut.
5. Remove the rear drive module to rear drive module bolts and nuts. Discard the nuts.
6. Remove the rear drive module bracket from the vehicle.





7. Install the J 45221 to the support assembly in the following procedure.
7.1. Position the large part of the tool over the bushing flange and against the frame.
7.2. Install the bolt and washer.
7.3. Install the small part of the tool against the bushing.
7.4. Lube the threads of the J 45221 with high pressure lube.

Important: Ensure the small end of the tool is aligned with the bushing.

7.5. Install the bearing, washer and nut.
7.6. Tighten the J 45221 in order to remove the bushing from the support assembly.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the J 45221 to the support assembly in the following procedure.
1.1. Place the bolt washer and large portion of the J 45221 against the frame.
1.2. Position the bushing against the support assembly. Align the bushing with the slots in the rubber portion straight up and down.
1.3. Position the small part of the J 45221 against the bushing flange area.
1.4. Lube the threads of the J45221 with high pressure lube.
1.5. Install the bearing, washer and nut.

Important: The bushing must be fully seated.

1.6. Tighten the J 45221 in order to install the bushing into the support assembly.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

2. Install the rear drive module bracket to the rear drive module, using new nuts.
^ Tighten the drive module bracket to drive module bolts and nuts to 125 Nm (92 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the rear bracket to support bolt, using a new nut.
^ Tighten the drive module bracket to support assembly bolt and nut to 125 Nm (92 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the rear stabilizer shaft.
5. install the production muffler and resonator as an assembly.
6. Lower the vehicle.