Removal and Replacement

Subframe Mounting Bracket


Observe safety precautions.

• In the example, replacement of retaining bracket for subframe is described for left front retaining bracket on this vehicle. The work procedure is performed in a similar manner for the other 3 retaining brackets.

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Spot welder (inverter) (VAS 6239)

• Spot welder (inverter) (VAS 6249)

• Welding unit with C-grips (VAS 6366)

• Welding unit with X-grips (VAS 6376)

• Programmable welding unit with C-grips (VAS 6377)

• Gas-shielded welder 250A (VAS 6045A)

Removing






- Separate the original connection.

- Remove residual material.






Installation

• When using different types of steel and materials of different strengths, one of the inverters listed under the special tools section of this repair manual are required to perform repair work correctly.

Preparing New Parts

Replacement part

• Front retaining bracket for subframe (replacement part identification: retaining bracket mounting frame)

- Drill holes with an 8 mm diameter for a gas shielded arc plug weld seam






Welding in

- Fit new part to vehicle standing on alignment bracket set and secure.






- Weld in new part; Gas-shielded arc plug weld seam.