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Front CROSSMEMBER Removal/Installation: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
  • Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the wiring harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled while servicing the vehicle.
  1. Remove the front suspension tower bar. (See FRONT SUSPENSION TOWER BAR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION  .)
  2. Remove the front stabilizer (See FRONT STABILIZER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION  .)
  3. Remove the transverse members (See TRANSVERSE MEMBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION  .)
  4. Remove the steering gear and linkage, and suspend it using a cable.
  5. Remove in the order indicated in Fig 1 .
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  7. Inspect the front wheel alignment. (See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT .)
    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Front Crossmember With Torque Specifications
    G04318139Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.