Crossmember Replacement for Chevrolet Optra 2008
Removal Procedure
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
- Remove the front parallel link bolt from the crossmember. Refer to
Lateral Link Replacement
.
- Remove the rear parallel link bolt from the crossmember. Refer to
Lateral Link Replacement
.
- Remove the rear wheel speed sensor wiring from the crossmember.
- Remove the crossmember-to-body bolts.
- Remove the crossmember.
Installation Procedure
- Install the crossmember.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Install the crossmember-to-body bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the crossmember-to-body bolts to 112 N·m (83 lb ft).
- Route and install the rear wheel speed sensor wiring.
- Install the rear parallel link bolt onto the crossmember. Refer to
Lateral Link Replacement
.
- Install the front parallel link bolt onto the crossmember. Refer to
Lateral Link Replacement
.
- Lower the vehicle.