Front CROSSMEMBER Removal/Installation: Notes
- Remove the under cover.
- Remove the splash shield.
- Remove the transverse member.
- Remove the steering gear and linkage, and pipe component installation bolts from the front crossmember, then suspend the steering gear and linkage with a cable.
Tightening torque
- Steering gear and linkage: 74.4-104.8 N.m {7.857-10.68 kgf.m, 54.88-77.29 ft.lbf}
- Pipe component: 7.8-10.8 N.m {79.6-110.0 kgf.cm, 69.1-95.5 in.lbf}
- Remove in the order indicated in the table.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
- Inspect the front wheel alignment. (See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT ).