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CROSSMEMBER Replacement

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  1. Install Engine Support Fixture (J-28467-B). Remove tire and wheel assemblies. Raise vehicle on a hoist. Remove splash shields.
  2. Disconnect Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) harness from wheel speed sensor and frame. Remove lower ball joints from steering knuckles. Remove brake modulator assembly from front suspension crossmember. Remove tie rod ends from steering knuckles. Remove bolt from steering gear to intermediate shaft and disconnect shaft.
  3. Remove power steering lines from steering gear. Remove front transmission mount bracket bolts. Remove rear transmission mount bracket bolts.
  4. Remove brake lines from retainers on front suspension crossmember. Lower vehicle until front suspension crossmember rests on jack stands. Remove front suspension crossmember front support bolts. Remove front suspension crossmember rear support bolts. Remove front suspension crossmember to body bolts. Raise vehicle off of front suspension crossmember.
  5. If replacing front suspension crossmember, remove lower control arms, power steering gear, front transmission mount, rear transmission mount, stabilizer shaft and lower radiator mounting panel.
  6. To install, reverse removal procedure. Torque all fasteners to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
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