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Suspension System (without ECS)

Subframe Repair Procedures

In this manual: Suspension System (without ECS)
General Information — 17Engine Mechanical System — 85Engine Electrical System — 50Emission Control System — 26Engine Control System/Fuel System — 152DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission) System — 50Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) System — 21Propeller Shaft and Axle (2WD-FF) — 28Suspension System (without ECS) — 32Steering — 21Restraints — 38Brake System — 64Body (Interior and Exterior) — 205Body Electrical System — 1Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 66
19steps
~119min
5/5difficulty
1special tools
04080120160200127.594N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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Removal

  1. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly. Raise the vehicle and make sure it is securely supported.
  2. Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from the front hub.

    Tightening torque: 107.9–128 N·m

  3. Disconnect the stabilizer link from the front strut assembly after loosening the nut (A).

    Tightening torque: 98.1 - 118 N·m

  4. Remove the tie rod end ball joint.
    1. Remove the cotter pin (C).
    2. Loosen the nut (B).
    3. Using the SST (09568-1S100), separate the ball joint (A) from the knuckle.

    Tightening torque: 24.5–34 N·m

  5. Loosen the lower arm nut (A) and remove the lower arm ball joint using the SST (09568-1S100).

    Tightening torque: 58.8–71 N·m

  6. Loosen the bolt (A), then disconnect the universal joint assembly from the steering gear shaft.

    Tightening torque: 32.4 - 37 N·m

  7. Remove the heated protective cover (A).
  8. Remove the muffler rubber mount (A).
  9. Remove the idler arm bracket (C) by loosening the bolts (A) and (B). Tightening torque: (A): 107.9 - 128 N·m, (B): 49.0 - 64 N·m
  10. Remove the subframe by loosening the mounting bolts and nuts.Tightening torque: Subframe mounting bolts and nuts: 176.5 - 196 N·m; Subframe mounting bolt: 44.1 - 54 N·m
  11. Loosen the mounting bolts and remove the stabilizer bar (A).

    Tightening Torque: 44.1–54 N·m

  12. Remove the heated protective cover (A).

    Tightening torque: 6.9–10.8 N·m

  13. Remove the steering gear box (A) from the front subframe by loosening the mounting bolts.

    Tightening torque: 88.2 - 108 N·m

  14. Remove the front lower arm (A) from the subframe. Tightening torque: Front: 117.7 - 137 N·m; Rear: 156.9 - 176 N·m

Installation

  1. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  2. Check the alignment. (Refer to Suspension System - "Alignment")

Inspection

  1. Inspect the bushing for wear and damage.
  2. Inspect the front stabilizer bar for deformation.
  3. Inspect the front stabilizer link ball joint for damage.

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