22/09/2022 11:16:01

Subframe Assembly - Rear (Remove and Replace)

Correction Code 30010202

Removal

  1. Remove the rear drive unit:
  2. If the vehicle is equipped with air suspension, remove the bolt that secures the LH ride height sensor bracket to the subframe (torque 7 Nm). Remove the sensor and bracket.
  3. Repeat the previous step to remove the RH ride height sensor and bracket.
  4. Remove the rear stabilizer bar (refer to procedure).
  5. On each side of the subframe, release the bolt that secures the upper link to the subframe (torque 130 Nm).
  6. On each side of the subframe, release the bolt that secures the toe link to the subframe (torque 80 Nm).
  7. On each side of the subframe, release the nut that secures the lower control arm to the subframe (torque 115 Nm).
  8. Release the harness clips (x11) from the subframe assembly.
  9. Remove the rear subframe harness.

Installation

Installation is the reverse of removal, except for the following:
  • When installing the halfshaft(s) into the drive unit:
    • Make sure that the opening of the snap ring is facing towards the bottom of the drive unit.
    • Do not damage or displace the oil seal.
    • Verify that the halfshaft is fully seated:
      • Carefully push the halfshaft into the drive unit until there is an audible "click" from the halfshaft stub contacting the pinion shaft.
      • There will be a slight pulling sensation on the halfshaft as the halfshaft circlip locks into place.
      • Pull on the inner halfshaft cup to confirm that the circlip is locked into place. If the halfshaft detaches from the drive unit then reinstall the halfshaft and then test that it is fully seated.

Refer to the Alignment Requirement tables to determine whether an EPAS alignment check (EC) or four wheel alignment check (AC) is necessary. If performed, add the alignment check/adjust as a separate activity. See Alignment Requirement - Suspension.