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Engine Assembly Torque Rod Replacement




Engine Assembly Torque Rod Replacement

1. Raise the vehicle on the lift.

2. Support the transmission with a transmission jack and a wood block under the transmission.

3. Remove the torque rod (A).

NOTE: Make sure the tab (B) on the bolt head aligned with the guide (C) on the front subframe.






4. Install the torque rod (A).

NOTE: Be sure to install the torque rod with the "UP" mark facing up.





5. Install the bolt with the tab (B) on the bolt head aligned with the guide (C) on the front subframe, then loosely install the new torque rod mounting bolt and nut.

6. Remove the transmission jack and wood block from under the transmission.

7. Tighten the torque rod mounting bolt and nut in the numbered sequence shown.

8. Lower the vehicle on the lift.