Removal Procedure
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
- Use the utility stand at the rear cross member of the frame to support
the frame.
- Remove the reinforcement bolts (3).
- Remove the rear frame to body bolts (2). DISCARD the bolts.
- Remove the reinforcement (1) from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- Position the reinforcement (1) to the vehicle.
- Loosely install NEW rear frame to body bolts (2).
- Loosely install the reinforcement bolts (3).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Tighten the reinforcement bolts (3).
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
- Tighten the frame to body bolts (2).
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 155 N·m (114 lb ft).
- Remove the utility stand from the frame.
- Lower the vehicle.