Front CROSSMEMBER Removal/Installation: Notes

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Remove the front exhaust pipe. (See EXHAUST SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the engine mount member. (See ENGINE MOUNT MEMBER REMOVAL NOTE .)
Remove the steering gear and linkage. (See STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the front lower arm. (See FRONT LOWER ARM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove in the order indicated in the table.

Fig 1: Removing Front Crossmember Components In Order
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
Inspect the front wheel alignment if necessary.