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Subframe: Adjustments

Centring tool, engine and subframe

Fitting removal and fitting tools, subframe
1. Fit the tool on the trolley lift as illustrated. Pay attention to the location of the columns and guide pins.





2. Position the tool under the vehicle subframe as illustrated.





Fitting centring tool, subframe - engine
1. Fit 83 96 152 Engine centring tool kit on 83 96 145 Centring tool, subframe - engine. Pay attention to the position of the bolts. The distance from bolt head to the slot in the threads differs between the two short sleeves. Fit the sleeves as illustrated. Use 74 96 292 Thread locking adhesive on the sleeves.





2. Fit the tool for centring the engine and subframe as illustrated. Sleeve C is intended for automatic transmission while sleeve D is for manual.
3. Adjust each adjuster screw to the reference holes on the oil sump, torque rod bracket and the machined plane on the transmission casing. The screws should be adjusted so that the groove on the screw thread are completely visible.





4. Continue with the other points of the method in question.

Adjustment (after the subframe has been fitted to the body)
1. Fine-tune the position of the power train using the adjuster screws. The screws should be adjusted so that the groove on the screw thread are completely visible. The left and right-hand engine brackets should lie evenly against the respective engine pad.

Important: Engine mountings should not lie against the engine brackets.





2. Tighten the screws to the specified tightening torque.