Isolator, Rear CROSSMEMBER, Frame: Removal
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Remove the exhaust, Refer to MUFFLER, EXHAUST, REMOVAL .
- As an installation reference, carefully mark location of isolator (1) requiring removal on crossmember (2) (around isolator can flange) using a marker or crayon.
Do not use a scratch awl to mark location.
- Support the rear control arm with a suitable device and remove the lower shock bolt (1).
- Remove the bolts (1, 2) securing the crossmember on the side of the vehicle being worked on.
- Disconnect the ride height sensor (1), if necessary.
1 - Isolator 2 - 2025901170 Remover, Bushing 3 - 2025902170 Receiver, Bushing Removal 4 - 2026900170 Kit, Pressing Tool - Lower the crossmember as necessary and assemble tools over isolator as shown using tool kits (special tool #2025900170, Kit, Bushing Installer-Remover) and (special tool #2026900170, Kit, Pressing Tool).NOTE:
Prior to using special tools, lubricate Screw Assembly (special tool #8838-2, Screw Assembly) (1) threads to provide ease of use and promote tool longevity.
NOTE:When installing thrust bearing, be sure to place hardened side toward bolt head.
- Tighten the screw assembly, pressing the isolator out of the crossmember and remove the tools with the isolator.