02/03/2020 13:50:14

Skidplate - Front (Remove and Replace)

Correction Code 30011002

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Warning
If the vehicle has air suspension, activate "Jack" mode on the touchscreen before raising and supporting the vehicle.

Removal

  1. Remove front aero shield (refer to procedure).
  2. If equipped, remove the bash plate stamping (refer to procedure).
  3. Remove the bolts that secure the skid plate to the front subframe.
    • Vehicles built through April 10, 2016: Torque 10 Nm
    • Vehicles built after April 10, 2016: Torque 16 Nm
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    Note
    If the vehicle was equipped with the bash plate stamping, the hardware quantity will vary.
  4. Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the HV Battery to the front subframe and body (torque 115 Nm).
  5. Use an appropriate tool to pry the skidplate out from between the front subframe and the HV Battery.
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    CAUTION
    Take care not to damage component(s).
  6. Remove the skid plate from the vehicle.

Installation

  1. Installation procedure is the reverse of removal.
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    CAUTION
    Replace all patchbolt(s).