Preliminary Procedures

1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the engine shield. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement .
3. Remove the oil pan skid plate. Refer to Oil Pan Skid Plate Replacement .
4. Support the front differential assembly.

1

Front Drive Axle Mounting Bolt

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Tighten
110 N·m (81 lb ft)

2

Crossmember Nut (Qty: 4)

Tighten
70 N·m (52 lb ft) plus 200 degrees

3

Crossmember Bolt (Qty: 4)

4

Crossmember