SUBFRAME, Removing And Installing: Installing

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Fig 1: Identifying Harness Connectors -2- And Door Lock -3- Remove/Install Components

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-- Connect the harness connectors -2- to the door lock -3-.

-- Slide the subframe -1- upward at an angle -arrow a- into the door.

-- Guide the line -2- and release cable -4- into the door.

-- Slide the subframe -1- into the installation position -arrow b-.

Fig 2: Identifying Subframe -1- Remove/Install Components

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-- Tighten the bolt -5-, tightening specification: 2 Nm.

-- Tighten the bolts -7-, tightening specification: 8 Nm.

-- Tighten the bolts -2-, tightening specification: 8 Nm.

-- Continue by performing the steps used in removal in reverse order.

NOTE:

The crash sensor is also reconnected when the battery is connected.

Pay attention to all notes in this article for loosening and securing the crash sensor. Refer to AIRBAG, BELT TENSIONER AND BATTERY CUT-OUT UNITS, GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .

-- Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition switched on. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

A function test must be performed before door trim is installed.