Removal and Installation

Front Subframe

Front Subframe - Tightening Torque
NOTE:
- How to read the torque specifications .
- Align the front subframe with the emboss area on the body using the subframe alignment pin if necessary.
- After loosing the subframe mounting bolts, be sure to replace them with new ones.
1. Lift the front subframe (A) up to the body, and loosely install the new subframe mounting bolts (B), the new front stiffener mounting bolts (C), the front stiffeners (D), the new rear stiffener mounting bolts (E), and the rear stiffeners (F).

Fig 1: Tightening Subframe Mounting Bolts In Sequence With Torque Specifications
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2. Tighten the subframe mounting bolts to the specified torque in the numbered sequence as shown in illustration.

3. Check all of the subframe mounting bolts, and retighten if necessary.

4. After reinstalling all removed parts, check and adjust the wheel alignment .
Front Subframe - Disassemble
NOTE: If necessary, disassemble the front subframe.

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Rear Subframe
Rear Subframe - Tightening Torque
NOTE:
- How to read the torque specifications .
- Align the rear subframe with the subframe alignment pin.
- After loosing the subframe mounting bolts, be sure to replace them with new ones.
1. Lift the rear subframe (A) up to the body, and loosely install the new subframe mounting bolts (B), the mounting washers (C), the new rear stiffener mounting bolts (D), and the rear stiffeners (E).

Fig 2: Tightening Subframe Mounting Bolts In Sequence With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.

2. Tighten the subframe mounting bolts to the specified torque in the numbered sequence as shown in illustration. Use the subframe alignment pin when tightening the rear side subframe mounting bolts.

3. Check all of the subframe mounting bolts, and retighten if necessary.

4. After installing the new rear subframe, inboard rubber leg (F) to be trimmed off.

5. Check and adjust the rear wheel alignment .