2026-07-09

Harness - Subframe - Rear (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1710150012 FRT 0.96 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and FRT listed above reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

Equipment:
  • 1060071-00-A Torque Wrench ¼ in Dr Hexagon

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Harness - Subframe - Rear (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts (x4) that attach the rear diffuser to the vehicle
4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
 Reuse
Bolts (x6) that attach the rear fascia diffuser to the outer edge of the rear fascia
3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
 Reuse
Bolts (x2) that attach rear fascia diffuser to the inside of the rear fascia
3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Place the vehicle on the 2-post lift.
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    Note
    Ensure the vehicle is not charging.
  2. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  3. Disconnect the LV battery power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  4. Remove LH and RH rear wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  5. Remove the rear aero shield. See Panel - Aero Shield - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  6. Use a clip pry tool to remove the clips (x3) that attach the LH rear wheel arch liner to the rear fascia, then repeat this step on the RH side.
    Figure 1. LH shown, RH similar
  7. Remove the bolts (x4) that attach the rear diffuser to the vehicle.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  8. Remove the bolts (x6) that attach the rear fascia diffuser to the outer edge of the rear fascia.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  9. Lower the vehicle partially and set the lift onto locks.
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    Note
    Raise lift off locks, then hold lock release lever to keep locks free while vehicle is lowered.
  10. Disconnect the electrical connector from the pedestrian warning speaker.
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    Warning
    The video(s) included in this procedure are meant as an overview for supplemental purposes only. Follow all of the steps listed in the procedure to avoid damage to components and/or personal injury.
  11. Remove the clip that attaches the harness to the pedestrian warning speaker.
  12. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the rear fascia diffuser to the inside of the rear fascia.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  13. Release the location hooks (x2) that attach the rear fascia harness to the rear fascia diffuser.
  14. Release the tabs (x10) that attach the rear fascia diffuser to the rear fascia, and then remove the diffuser.
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    Warning
    The video(s) included in this procedure are meant as an overview for supplemental purposes only. Follow all of the steps listed in the procedure to avoid damage to components and/or personal injury.
  15. Disconnect LH rear wheel speed sensor harness.
  16. Disconnect RH rear wheel speed sensor connector.
  17. Disconnect the RH side subframe harness connector.
  18. Remove RH side subframe harness clips from body.
  19. Release RDU logic connection.
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    Note
    Do not get coolant ingress into this connector, move aside as needed.
  20. Release RDU logic connection clip.
  21. Release oil pump connector.
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    Note
    Do not push down on red tab, pull red tab to disengage lock and pull again to release connector.
  22. Disconnect the resolver connector.
  23. Use a clip prytool to release the clips (x2) from the rear drive unit.
  24. Release clips (x4) securing subframe harness to top of rear subframe.
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    Note
    Using a pry bar inserted through the access hole, pry the harness clips upward to release them. Remove three clips from the lower side and one clip from the upper side.
  25. Release clips (X2) securing subframe harness to left and right of subframe.
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    Note
    Insert a long pry bar through the access holes located on both sides of the rear subframe to release and remove the clips.
  26. Remove harness from subframe assembly.
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    Note
    Take out the harness from the gap between the RDU and the subframe and take out the harness from left to right.

Install

  1. Place the front subframe harness to the front subframe, and then secure the front subframe harness clips (x2) along left and right of subframe.
  2. Install clips (x4) securing subframe harness to top of rear subframe.
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    Note
    Locate the clip installation positions through the access holes, then align and install the clips securely. Request assistance if necessary.
  3. Secure the clips (x2) onto the rear drive unit.
  4. Connect the resolver connector.
  5. Secure oil pump connector.
  6. Secure RDU logic connection clip.
  7. Secure RDU logic connection.
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    Note
    Do not get coolant ingress into this connector, move aside as needed.
  8. Install RH side subframe harness clip to the body.
  9. Connect the RH side subframe harness connector.
  10. Connect LH rear wheel speed sensor harness.
  11. Connect RH rear wheel speed sensor connector.
  12. Position the rear fascia diffuser to the vehicle, and then fasten the tabs (x10) that attach the rear fascia diffuser to the rear fascia.
  13. Secure the location hooks (x2) that attach the rear fascia harness to the rear fascia diffuser.
  14. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the rear fascia diffuser to the inside of the rear fascia.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  15. Install the clip that attaches the harness to the pedestrian warning speaker.
  16. Connect the electrical connector to the pedestrian warning speaker.
  17. Raise the vehicle fully and lower the lift onto locks.
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    CAUTION

    Make sure there is an audible click of the locks on both sides before lowering, otherwise the vehicle may tilt to one side.

    Make sure that the doors are clear of surrounding objects.

  18. Install the bolts (x6) that attach the rear fascia diffuser to the outer edge of the rear fascia.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  19. Apply a thin bead of Loctite 222 to the threads of the bolts (x4) that attach the rear diffuser to the vehicle.
    4 Nm (2.9 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  20. Install the clips (x3) that attach the LH rear wheel arch liner to the rear fascia, then repeat this step on the RH side.
    Figure 2. LH shown, RH similar
  21. Install the rear aero shield. See Panel - Aero Shield - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  22. Install LH and RH rear wheels. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  23. Connect the LV battery power. See LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  24. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.
  25. Remove the lift arms from below the vehicle.