Front Subframe
Front subframe
Removal
Note! Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the upper torque rod Refer to: Upper torque rod, B6304T2, B6324S, B8444S Upper Torque Rod
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On both sides.
Remove control arm front Refer to: Front control arm Service and Repair
Torque: Front stabilizer bar link to stabilizer bar, 60 Nm
Remove the catalytic converter Refer to: Catalytic converter, B8444S, TF-80SC AWD Service and Repair
Torque: Right-hand engine pad to subframe Stage 1: 65 Nm Stage 2: 30 degree
Torque: M6, 10 Nm
Torque: M12, 80 Nm
1. Torque: Lower torque rod to sub-frame Stage 1: 65 Nm Stage 2: 60 degree
2. Torque: M10, 50 Nm
Torque: M10, 50 Nm
Torque: Steering gear to subframe, 140 Nm
Torque: Collision member to subframe bracket, 60 Nm
Torque: Subframe bracket to body, 60 Nm
Caution! Make sure that no components catch.
Use: Transmission jack.
Torque: Subframe to chassis (Rear screws)Stage 1: 150 Nm Stage 2: 90 degree
Torque: Subframe to chassis (Front screws) Stage 1: 150 Nm Stage 2: 90 degree
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.