SUBFRAME, Removing And Installing: Removing

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NOTE:

Removal and installation are described only for the left subframe. The procedure for the right subframe is similar.

The window regulator and speaker are secured to the subframe.

The subframe can only be removed when the door window has been detached at the window regulator clamping screws. To do this, the window must be lowered to the level of the installation holes in the subframe and the clamping screws must be loosened.

If it is not possible to drive down the door window by the electrical window regulator, first the exact cause of malfunction must be determined.

The convenience system DTC memory must be checked using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.

If electrical malfunction is present, repair this malfunction first.

If there is an electrical malfunction due to window regulator motor, it can be unscrewed from subframe and door window can be slid by hand into the necessary work position.

NOTE:

There is a crash sensor installed in the subframe. Observe the safety precautions for working with pyrotechnic components when doing this. Refer to AIRBAG .

The bolt -3- can have a left or right thread, depending on its installed position.

The bolts has a right thread if the bolt head has an inner TORX®.

The bolts has a left thread if the bolt head has an outer TORX®.

Fig 1: Identifying Harness Connectors -5, 6 & 8- And Protective Sleeve -4-

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-- Remove door trim. Refer to FRONT DOOR TRIM PANELS .

-- Release the latching mechanism on the protective sleeve -4- on the A-pillar -arrow a- and remove the protective sleeve.

-- Open the locking mechanism on the A-pillar connector -5- by tilting down in direction of -arrow b- and disconnect the connector -6-.

-- Disconnect the harness connectors -8- and slide into the door.

NOTE:

The bolts has a right thread if the bolt head has an inner TORX®.

The bolts has a left thread if the bolt head has an outer TORX®.

-- Loosen the bolts -3- but do not remove them.

-- Slide up door window -1-.

Fig 2: Identifying Subframe -1- Remove/Install Components

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-- Adhere the door window -6-.

-- Remove the screw -5-.

-- Remove the bolts -7-.

-- Remove the screws -2-.

Fig 3: Identifying Harness Connectors -2- And Door Lock -3- Remove/Install Components

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-- Move the subframe -1- slightly upward -arrow a-.

-- Pull the subframe -1- down at an angle -arrow b- out of the door.

-- Guide the line -2- and release cable -4- into the door.

-- Disconnect the harness connectors -2- from the door lock -3-.