Slide coolant pumps 1 and 2 off of the subframe brackets.
Release the remaining bolts (x2) that secure the chiller bypass 3-way valve to
the subframe (torque 5 Nm).
Disconnect the 2 harnesses from the steering rack.
Release the bolts (x2) that secure the air compressor bracket to the subframe
(torque 6 Nm).
Release the remaining bolt that secures the radiator bypass 3-way valve (torque
5 Nm).
On each side of the vehicle, release the bolt that secures the steering brace to
the subframe (torque 26 Nm):
RWD vehicles:
Dual motor vehicles:
Place a metal rod or similar across the top of the front frame rails.
Use tie-down cords to support the following components:
Air compressor, if equipped
ABS pump
Coolant pump 1
Coolant pump 2
Radiator bypass 3-way valve
Chiller bypass 3-way valve
Raise the vehicle to access the wheelwells.
On both sides of the vehicle, pull the rear arch liners forward.
On both sides of the vehicle, restrain the tie rod ball joint pin, then remove
the nut that secures the tie rod end to the knuckle (torque 103 Nm).
Caution: To prevent ball joint damage, always hold
the ball joint pin with a wrench while loosening or tightening the lock
nut.
Fully raise the vehicle.
Remove the bolt and nut that secure the front shock absorber to the rear lower
control arm (torque 140 Nm).
Release the shock absorber from the lower arm.
On each side of the vehicle, remove and discard the nut that secures the sway
bar to the sway bar end links (torque 70 Nm).
Caution: Replace all nylon-insert
locknuts.
On each side of the vehicle, mark a witness line on the subframe cam to aid
installation, then remove the bolts that secure the front and rear lower control
arms to the subframe (torque 130 Nm).
Remove the bolt that secures the lower intermediate shaft to the steering rack
(torque 49 Nm).
Remove the bolts (x4) that secure the front subframe to the bumper
carrier:
Composite carrier: 7.5 Nm
Magnesium carrier: 11 Nm
On each side of the vehicle, release the bolt that secures the steering brace to
the subframe (torque 26 Nm):
RWD vehicles:
Dual motor vehicles:
Raise the vehicle.
Install the front subframe jig onto the subframe fixture.
Install the locating pins in the appropriate location.
1
Rear wheel drive
2
Dual motor
Have an assistant lower the vehicle. Guide the front subframe onto the
fixture.
On each side of the vehicle, remove the 2 bolts that secure the subframe to the
chassis:
RWD:
Forward bolt (torque 140 Nm)
Rear bolt (Torque 76 Nm)
Dual Motor:
Forward bolt (torque 115 Nm)
Rear bolt (Torque 115 Nm)
Raise the vehicle.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except
for the following:
Warning: Only use cleaning agents and solvents
in a well-ventilated area.
Caution: Replace all nylon-insert
locknuts.
Note: Clean the affected areas before
installation.
Ensure that all subframe fixing bolts are started before attempting to
tighten.
Align the witness marks on the chassis and subframe.
Align the suspension components to the subframe and set the cams to the
previously marked positions. Do not fully tighten at this time.
Remove the suspension from "Jack" mode and set to "Standard" and allow the
suspension to settle.