Isolator, Front CROSSMEMBER, Frame: Removal: Removal

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Fig 1: Spacer & Engine Cradle Crossmember

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Remove the engine cradle crossmember (2). Refer to CROSSMEMBER, CRADLE, ENGINE AND SUSPENSION, REMOVAL .
Remove the spacer (1).

Fig 2: Crossmember, Isolator Mark & Isolator
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As an installation reference, carefully mark location of isolator (3) requiring removal on crossmember (1) (around isolator can flange) using a marker or crayon. Do not use a scratch awl to mark location.

Fig 3: OTC Puller, Bushing Remover/Installer, Front Engine Cradle Crossmember & Isolator

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1 - OTC puller 1182 or equivalent

2 - Remover/Installer, Bushing 6602-2

3 - Front Engine Cradle Crossmember

4 - Isolator

NOTE:

Prior to using special tools, lubricate OTC puller 1182 or equivalent (1) threads to provide ease of use and promote tool longevity.

Assemble tools over isolator as shown in illustration.
Using OTC puller 1182 or equivalent and Remover/Installer, Bushing (special tool #6602-2, Remover/Installer, Bushing) remover, remove the isolator (4).