Subframe: Service and Repair

Subframe Replacement

Front Subframe Torque

After removing the subframe mounting bolts, be sure to replace them with new ones.






Front Subframe Alignment

NOTE:

- Before removing the subframe, make a mark where the subframe lines up with the body for reinstallation.
- Loosely install the new subframe mounting bolts, the front stiffener mounting bolts, the rear stiffener mounting bolts, and the front and the rear stiffeners.
- After mounting the subframe and the brackets loosely, align the reference marks with the body, then tighten the bolts.





Rear Subframe Torque

NOTE:

- Loosely install the new subframe mounting bolts, the front stiffener mounting bolts, the rear stiffener mounting bolts, and the front and the rear stiffeners.
- After removing the subframe mounting bolts, be sure to replace them with new ones.