Lowering The Sub-Frame

Fig 1: Identifying Lifting Table, Sub-Frame Brackets, Screws And Washers

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Remove and hang the engine block heater (if applicable) on the left front mounting for the sub-frame.

Remove the fuel line for the engine block heater (if applicable) on the sub-frame from the snap fasteners.

Position a lifting table under the sub-frame.

Apply the lifting table so that the load is taken off the sub-frame screws.

Remove the sub-frame screws together with the accompanying brackets and washers.

Carefully lower the sub-frame approximately 50 mm.

NOTE:

Ensure that the steering gear screws are released from the sub-frame.

Fig 2: Heated Oxygen Sensor Bracket

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Remove the bracket for the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) from the sub-frame.

Remove the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) wiring from the right hand side of the sub-frame (applies to 6- cylinder engines only ).

Lower the sub-frame a further 40 mm.