CROSSMEMBER, Cradle, Engine: Installation

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If necessary, install the tension struts (1) Refer to STRUT, TENSION, INSTALLATION .
If necessary, install the lower control arms (3) Refer to ARM, LOWER CONTROL, RWD, INSTALLATION .
If necessary, install the front stabilizer bar (2) Refer to STABILIZER BAR, FRONT, INSTALLATION .

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Using a suitable lifting device, position the cradle (1) back onto the vehicle using the marks made during removal and install the bolts (2).
Tighten the bolts (2) to proper torque specifications. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .

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Position the power steering lines back into place, if equipped.

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Position the wire harness (1) back into place.
Connect the lower control arms to the struts and connect the lower ball joints to the steering knuckles. Refer to ARM, LOWER CONTROL, RWD, INSTALLATION .
Connect the stabilizer bar back onto the strut. Refer to STABILIZER BAR, FRONT, INSTALLATION .
Install the front brake rotors. Refer to ROTOR, BRAKE, INSTALLATION .
Install the steering gear. Refer to GEAR, INSTALLATION .
Install the engine mount bolts securing the mounts to the cradle and remove the engine lift fixture. Refer to appropriate service information.
Install the front belly pan Refer to BELLY PAN, INSTALLATION .
Install the tire and wheel assemblies Refer to INSTALLATION .
Lower the vehicle and connect the negative battery cable. If equipped with an Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS), connect the IBS connector to the negative battery cable.
Perform vehicle alignment. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT, STANDARD PROCEDURE .