Installation Procedure
- Install the following components on the drivetrain and front suspension frame if removed:
- The power brake booster pump, if equipped - Refer to Power Brake Booster Pump Replacement .
- The stabilizer shaft - Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement .
- The lower control arms - Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
- Install the frame (3) into the vehicle.
Using two suitable drifts for adjusting pins, have an assistant vertically insert and hold the drifts through the front suspension frame and floor panel (1). The drift pins will self-align the frame to the underbody.
- Install the frame rear bolts (2) and tighten to 145 N.m (107 lb ft).
- Install the frame front bolts (1) and tighten to 58 N.m (43 lb ft).
Install the upper frame suspension retaining bolts (1) and tighten to 145 N.m (107 lb ft)
- Install the frame braces and tighten the front crossmember brace bolts to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
- Remove the support for the power steering gear.
Install the steering gear retaining fasteners (1). Refer to Steering Gear Replacement .
- Connect the hydraulic power steering hoses to the front frame, if equipped.
- Connect the exhaust isolators (2) to the front suspension frame.
Install the rear transmission mount bracket to rear mount through bolt (1). Refer to Transmission Rear Mount Replacement .
- Connect the power brake booster pump hose and connector, if equipped.
- Install the front bumper lower impact bar to the drivetrain and front suspension frame.
- Install and tighten the front bumper lower impact bar bolts to the right specification. Refer to Front Bumper Lower Impact Bar Replacement .
- Connect the stabilizer links to the strut assemblies. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
- Connect the lower ball joints to the steering knuckles. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
- Connect the steering linkage tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
- Install the front portion of front wheelhouse liner. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement (Front) Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement (Rear) Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement (with WFK) .
- Install the front bumper impact bar lower bracket. Refer to Front Bumper Impact Bar Lower Bracket Replacement .
- Install the left and right front wheel house liner inner front extensions. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Inner Front Extension Replacement (Left) Front Wheelhouse Liner Inner Front Extension Replacement (Right) .
- Install the skid plate to the front frame, if equipped. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Skid Plate Replacement .
- Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Remove the support of the radiator and condenser.
- Lower the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .