Tools Required

J 28467-A Engine Support Fixture

You may remove the frame from the vehicle without removing the powertrain.

Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the vacuum reservoir.
3. Install the J 28467-A in order to support the engine .
4. Remove the 2 bolts retaining the rack and pinion at the left side of the vehicle.
5. Remove both of the front wheel assemblies.
6. Remove the left side splash shield.
7. Remove the ball joints from the steering knuckle.
8. Remove the front air baffle.
9. Remove the brackets retaining the power steering lines at the frame.
10. Remove the bolt retaining the rack and pinion at the right side of the vehicle.
11. Support frame using the jack.
12. Remove the front transaxle mount-to-frame bolt.
13. Remove the rear transaxle mount-to-bracket bolt and nut.



14. Remove the 6 frame insulator bolts (6).
15. Lower the frame from the body.

Important: Before tightening the insulator bolts, install the frame to the body. Use dowel pins in order to position the alignment hole locations on the body with the hole locations on the frame.

1. Position the frame and support.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the 6 frame insulator bolts (6).

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 192 N·m (142 lb in).

3. Install the rear transaxle mount-to-bracket bolt and nut.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 65 N·m (48 lb ft).

4. Install the front transaxle mount-to-frame bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 65 N·m (48 lb ft).

5. Install the bolt in order to retain the rack and pinion at the right side of the vehicle.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 65 N·m (48 lb ft).

6. Install the brackets in order to retain the power steering lines at the frame.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 6 N·m (53 lb in).

7. Install the front air baffle.
8. Install the ball joints to the steering knuckle.

Tighten
Refer to Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Replacement in Suspension.

9. Install the left side splash shield.
10. Install both front wheel assemblies.

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 140 N·m (100 lb ft).

11. Install the bolts in order to retain the rack and pinion at the left side of the vehicle.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 65 N·m (48 lb ft).

12. Remove the J 28467-A from the vehicle.
13. Install the vacuum reservoir.
14. Connect the negative battery cable.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).