Rear Cross-Member: Service and Repair

Fig. 7 Suspension Crossmember (FWD Models):

Fig. 8 Suspension Crossmember (AWD Models):

1. Remove stabilizer bar as outlined under STABILIZER BAR.
2. Remove shock absorber as outlined under SHOCK ABSORBER.
3. Make mating marks on lower arm shaft assembly and crossmember.
4. Remove coil spring as outlined under COIL SPRING.
5. On AWD models, mark then remove propeller shaft.
6. On all models, replace suspension crossmember in numbered sequence shown in Figs. 7 and 8.
7. Reverse procedure to install, ensuring coil spring is properly seated.