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CROSSTREK Model

CAUTION:
  • When raising the transmission jack, make sure that the tie-rod end and the drive shaft boot do not interfere. The drive shaft boot may be damaged.
  • The crossmember COMPL is heavy. Make sure that it is firmly supported so that it is level.
  • For parts which are not reusable, always use new parts.
  • Always tighten the bushing in the state where the vehicle is at curb weight and the wheels are in full contact with the ground.
  • Install the clamp - stabilizer bushing with the arrow mark facing the front of the vehicle.
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  1. Install the crossmember COMPL.
    NOTE: Check the crossmember COMPL for damage or cracks, and correct or replace if defective.
    1. Install the bolts which secure the crossmember COMPL to the body.

    Tightening torque: 

    Refer to "COMPONENT" of "General Description" for the tightening torque  . Ref. to FRONT SUSPENSION>General Description>COMPONENT>FRONT SUSPENSION .

  2. Install the engine mounting and the crossmember COMPL with new nuts.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the vehicle with a lifting device or wire ropes.

    Tightening torque: 

    Engine mounting-crossmember COMPL: 90 N.m (9.2kgf-m, 66.4ft-lb) 

  3. Install the steering gearbox assembly and stiffener to the crossmember COMPL.

    Tightening torque: 

    Refer to "COMPONENT" of "General Description" for the tightening torque  . Ref. to FRONT SUSPENSION>General Description>COMPONENT>FRONT SUSPENSION .

  4. Install the power steering harness connector and harness clamp.
  5. Install the universal joint assembly - steering. Ref. to POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM (POWER STEERING)>Universal Joint>INSTALLATION .
  6. Install the front arm assembly. Ref. to FRONT SUSPENSION>Front Arm>INSTALLATION .
  7. Install the tie-rod end.
    NOTE: When tightening the castle nut, tighten the castle nut to the specified torque first, then tighten it further but within 60° until the hole in the ball stud is aligned with a slot in castle nut.

    Tightening torque: 

    27 N.m (2.7kgf-m, 19.9ft-lb) 

  8. Insert a new cotter pin and secure the castle nut.
  9. Install the stabilizer. Ref. to FRONT SUSPENSION>Stabilizer>INSTALLATION>STABILIZER .
  10. Install the front exhaust pipe. Ref. to EXHAUST (H4DO)>Front Exhaust Pipe>INSTALLATION .
  11. Install the crossmember support - front and the crossmember support - rear. Ref. to FRONT SUSPENSION>Crossmember Support>INSTALLATION .
  12. Install the under cover - front.

    Tightening torque: 

    18 N.m (1.8kgf-m, 13.3ft-lb) 

  13. Install the front wheels and lower the vehicle.

    Tightening torque: 

    120 N.m (12.2kgf-m, 88.5ft-lb) 

  14. Connect the battery ground terminal. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
  15. Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.
    • Inspection: Ref. to FRONT SUSPENSION>Wheel Alignment>INSPECTION .
    • Adjustment: Ref. to FRONT SUSPENSION>Wheel Alignment>ADJUSTMENT .
    CAUTION: When the wheel alignment has been adjusted, perform the following adjustment.
    • Lane keep assist learning value clear (model with EyeSight): Ref. to EyeSight (DIAGNOSTICS)>Clear Active Lane Keep System Learning Value>OPERATION .
    • VDC sensor midpoint setting mode: Ref. to VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL (VDC)>VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDC CONTROL MODULE & H/U)>ADJUSTMENT .
  16. Perform reinitialization of the auto headlight beam leveler system. (Model with auto headlight beam leveler) Ref. to LIGHTING SYSTEM>Auto Headlight Beam Leveler System>PROCEDURE .
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