Front End Lower Tie Bar Removal And Installation/Replacement

Mobile Repair Possible: No

Overview:

Fig 1: Front End Lower Tie Bar Components Location

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WARNING:

Overhead Suspended Load and Falling Parts
Failure to follow specified procedures may result in death or serious injury when elevated load or components are incorrectly secured/supported.
- All lifting equipment weight rating must meet or exceed the weight of the vehicle and any contents
- The lifting equipment must be in good condition and approved for use
- Only lift the vehicle from the identified lift points
- Ensure vehicle is stable before performing any work underneath
- Ensure there are no loose components which may fall
- Always use personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Seek assistance when handling larger components

WARNING:

Crushing by moving parts
Failure to follow specified procedures may result in death or serious injury due to front end lower tie bar.
- Secure the component against uncontrolled movement.
- Always use personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Ensure vehicle is correctly disabled/powered down to prevent unexpected motion or activation of components.

Removal Procedure:

Disconnect the 12V battery negative terminal. Refer to 12V BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION
Remove front bumper fascia skid plate. Refer to FRONT BUMPER FASCIA SKID PLATE REPLACEMENT
Remove front tire. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Remove front bumper fascia. Refer to FRONT BUMPER FASCIA REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT
Remove front wheelhouse liner. Refer to FRONT WHEELHOUSE LINER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT
Remove front bumper side energy absorbers. Refer to FRONT BUMPER SIDE ENERGY ABSORBERS REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT

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Secure the cooler package against falling down and remove 2 bolts (1).
Torque: 5 Nm

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Remove front crash support bracket. Refer to FRONT CRASH SUPPORT BRACKET REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT
Remove 2 bolts (2).
Torque: 35 Nm
Remove the bolt (3).
Torque: 8 Nm
Remove 2 bolts (4) and remove the reinforcement (1).
Torque: 55 Nm

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Remove 2 bolts attaching to the coolant 3-way bypass valve bracket (1).
Torque: 8 Nm

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Remove the bolt (1).
Torque: 8 Nm

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Remove the bolt (1) and unclip sensor (2).
Torque: 9 Nm
Remove the bolt (3).
Torque: 8 Nm

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Remove the bolt (1).
Torque: 8 Nm
Remove 2 bolts (2) from attachment bracket (3) on both sides.
Torque: 74.5 Nm

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Remove the front end lower tie bar assembly (1) downwards.
Replacement Procedure:

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Remove both left and right radiator brackets (1).
Torque: 8 Nm

Installation Procedure:

Installation is the reverse of removal procedure, noting the following.
All fasteners must be tightened to torque specification!
Install front bumper side energy absorbers. Refer to FRONT BUMPER SIDE ENERGY ABSORBERS REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT
Install front wheelhouse liner. Refer to FRONT WHEELHOUSE LINER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT
Install front tire. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Install front bumper fascia. Refer to FRONT BUMPER FASCIA REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT
Install front bumper fascia skid plate. Refer to FRONT BUMPER FASCIA SKID PLATE REPLACEMENT
Connect the 12V battery negative terminal. Refer to 12V BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION
Front Mid Range Radar Calibration. Refer to FRONT MID RANGE RADAR CALIBRATION