Frame and Bumpers: Removal & Installation Dodge Durango III

INSTALLATION

1. Install the cross bracing on the bumper beam (2) and transfer any miscellaneous parts as needed.
2. Position the bumper and install the four bolts (4) securing the beam to the vehicle frame.
3. Install the outer two bolts (3) that secure the beam to the radiator closure panel.
4. Tighten the four inner Bolts (4) to 26 N.m (19 ft. lbs.) and the two outer bolts (3) to 9 N.m (7 ft. lbs.).
5. Position the isolator pad (1) and install the push-pin type retainers (2).
6. Position the headlamp electrical harness and secure in place.
7. Position back and secure the power steering cooler assembly, if equipped.
8. Install both the side plastic air deflectors (1).
9. Install the hood latch assembly and upper radiator support cross bracing. Refer to «LATCH, HOOD , INSTALLATION»(ref-465921-S06126773952012042300000) .
10. Install the radiator grille assembly. Refer to «GRILLE , INSTALLATION»(ref-465921-S22387054082012042300000) .
11. Connect the negative battery cable.

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1. Remove the two plastic rivets (4) that secure the flares (1) to the fascia.
2. Using Trim Stick (special tool #C-4755, Trim Stick) or equivalent, carefully release the seven clips (2) attaching the flare (1) to the fender and remove the flare.
3. Remove the fasteners (3) that secure the wheel liners to the fascia.
4. Remove the four lower retainers (4).
5. Release the integral latches at the wheel well openings (2) and the radiator grille assembly.
6. Disconnect the fog lamp electrical connectors (3), if equipped.
7. Remove the fascia assembly (1).

1. Position the front fascia (1) and connect the fog lamp electrical connectors (3), if equipped.
2. Install the fascia, locking the integral latches at the radiator grille assembly and at the wheel well openings (2).
3. Install the four lower retainers (4).
4. Install the fasteners (3) that secure the wheel liners to the fascia.
5. Position the fender flare (1) on the fender.
6. Press evenly and firmly and secure the seven clips (2) that attach the flare to the fender, fully.
7. Install two new plastic rivets (4) that secure the fender flare to the fascia.

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1. Remove the wheel opening flare molding (1). Refer to «MOLDING, FRONT WHEEL OPENING , REMOVAL»(ref-465921-S12721395072012042300000) and «MOLDING, REAR WHEEL OPENING , REMOVAL»(ref-465921-S24879998902012042300000) .
2. Open the rear liftgate (1).
3. Remove the two lower retainers (4) at the rear support beam.
4. Remove the fasteners (5) at the back sides of the quarter panels, in the liftgate opening.
5. Remove the fasteners (3) on both sides at the wheel well openings.
6. Release the integral latch features at the sides (5) and along the back (4) and separate the fascia (1) from the vehicle.
7. Disconnect the body harness electrical connector (3) and remove the fascia.
8. Remove both the park assist (6) and blind spot sensors (2), if equipped.
9. Remove the sensor electrical harness.

1. Install the park assist and blind spot sensors (6 and 2), if equipped.
2. Install the sensor electrical harness, if equipped.
3. Position the fascia onto the vehicle and connect the body harness electrical connector (3), if equipped.
4. Slightly spread the sides of the fascia to clear the painted surfaces.
5. Position the fascia and then press into place at the sides and along the liftgate opening to engage the integral latches (2).
6. Install the two lower retainers (4) at the rear support beam.
7. Install the fasteners (5) at the liftgate opening.
8. Install the fasteners (3) on both sides at the wheel well openings
9. Install the wheel opening flare moldings. Refer to «MOLDING, FRONT WHEEL OPENING , INSTALLATION»(ref-465921-S28395586802012042300000) and «MOLDING, REAR WHEEL OPENING , INSTALLATION»(ref-465921-S32138490182012042300000) .

As necessary

1. Install the lower control arms. Refer to «ARM, LOWER CONTROL , INSTALLATION»(ref-465917-S21560430732012042300000) .
2. Install the front drive axle. Refer to «INSTALLATION»(ref-465928-S31394133722012042300000) .
3. Install the steering gear. Refer to «GEAR , INSTALLATION»(ref-465942-S14179590332012042300000) .
4. Install the sway bar. Refer to «STABILIZER BAR, FRONT , INSTALLATION»(ref-465917-S35807976012012042300000) .

Note. Right side shown in illustration, left side similar.

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1. Raise the engine cradle into position guiding the engine mount into the engine mount bracket.
2. Align the engine cradle to the marks made during removal and install the four engine cradle support bolts (3)
3. Tighten the four support bolts (3) to 175 N.m (129 ft. lbs.).
4. Tighten the six cradle stiffener bracket bolts (2) to 20 N.m (15 ft. lbs.).
5. Support the outside of the lower control arm with a suitable holding fixture, and raise to position the upper ball joint (2) into the knuckle (3).
6. With the holding fixture holding the suspension at normal ride height, install the upper ball joint nut (4) and tighten to 95 N.m (70 ft. lbs.).
7. Support the outside of the lower control arm with a suitable holding fixture, and raise to normal ride height.
8. Tighten the shock clevis bracket to lower control arm nut/bolt (1) to 217 N.m (160 ft. lbs.).
9. Install the half shaft (2) hub nuts (1) and tighten to 310 N.m (229 ft. lbs.).
10. Install the propeller shaft (1) with reference marks (3) aligned. NOTE: Clean propeller shaft bolts and apply Mopar Lock and Seal Adhesive or equivalent to the threads before installation.
11. Install the propeller shaft bolts and tighten to 32 N.m (24 ft. lbs.).
12. Connect the pressure line (1), and the return line (2) at the gear (3) and tighten to 28 N.m (21 ft. lbs.). CAUTION: The steering gear must be centered prior to installing the coupler to prevent clockspring damage.
13. Connect the steering shaft coupler (1) to the steering shaft (3), install a new coupler pinch bolt (2) and tighten to 49 N.m (36 ft. lbs.).
14. Lower the engine fully onto the engine mounts.
15. Tighten the engine mount nuts (2) to 75 N.m (55 ft. lbs.).
16. Install the brake calipers. Refer to «CALIPER, DISC BRAKE , INSTALLATION»(ref-465922-S02225644202012042300000) .
17. Install the front skid plate. Refer to «PLATE, SKID, FRONT , INSTALLATION»(ref-465925-S32552796172012042300000) , «PLATE, SKID, FRONT SUSPENSION , INSTALLATION»(ref-465925-S17703500932012042300000) , «PLATE, SKID, FUEL TANK , INSTALLATION»(ref-465925-S28392114212012042300000) , «PLATE, SKID, TRANSMISSION , INSTALLATION»(ref-465925-S41871564672012042300000) and «PLATE, SKID, TRANSFER CASE , INSTALLATION»(ref-465925-S40725278292012042300000) .
18. Install the oil control solenoid, if equipped. Refer to «CONTROL VALVE, OIL INTAKE , INSTALLATION , 5.7L»(ref-465934-S40988216592012042300000) .
19. Install the intake manifold. Refer to «MANIFOLD, INTAKE , INSTALLATION»(ref-465933-S35388430622012042300000) and «MANIFOLD, INTAKE , INSTALLATION , 5.7L»(ref-465934-S40332744012012042300000) .
20. Perform wheel alignment, paying special attention to thrust angle. If engine cradle crossmember needs to be shifted to align thrust angle. Refer to «WHEEL ALIGNMENT , STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-465917-S03736662762012042300000) .

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1. Raise and support the vehicle «JACKING AND HOISTING LIFT POINTS»(ref-465919-S32366251372012042300000) .
2. On each side of vehicle rear, remove wheels. Refer to «WHEELS , STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-465920-S20100796812012042300000) .
3. Remove the rear drive shaft. Refer to «SHAFT, DRIVE, FRONT , REMOVAL»(ref-465926-S08575329782012042300000) and «SHAFT, DRIVE, REAR , REMOVAL»(ref-465926-S36963294482012042300000) . NOTE: Front rotor shown in illustration, rear rotor similar.
4. Bottom caliper pistons into the caliper.
5. Remove the brake caliper tension clip (1) by pressing rearward on the front of the clip (2) while pulling the clip out (3) from the caliper.
6. Remove the caliper slide dust bolt shields and loosen the brake caliper slide bolts (guide pins) (1). CAUTION: Never allow the disc brake caliper to hang from the brake hose. Damage to the brake hose will result. Provide a suitable support to hang the caliper securely.
7. Remove the brake caliper (2) from the caliper adapter (3) and hang the brake caliper (2).
8. Disconnect the brake cable end from the equalizer (3).
9. Disconnect both wheel speed sensor wiring connectors (1) from the wiring harness connectors (2).
10. Support the outboard end of the lower control arm with a suitable holding fixture.
11. Remove the lower shock bolt and nut (3).
12. Lower the support on the outboard end of the lower control arm just enough to tilt the shock (1) into position for removal between the front and rear arms of the lower control arm. 1 - BODY 2 - MARKER (OR CRAYON) 3 - CROSSMEMBER BUSHING FLANGE
13. Carefully mark location of rear crossmember on body at all four mount (bushing) locations using a marker or crayon. Do not use a scratch awl to mark location.
14. Position an extra pair of jack stands under and support forward end of engine cradle to help stabilize vehicle during rear suspension removal/installation.
15. Position under-hoist utility jack or transmission jack (2) under center of rear crossmember (1). Raise jack head to contact crossmember and secure in place. When securing crossmember to jack, be sure not to secure stabilizer bar.
16. Remove the four crossmember bolts (2) and remove the crossmember (1).

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1. Install rear crossmember (1) on jack (2) head in same position in which it was removed and secure in place.
2. Raise crossmember to body mounting points. As crossmember is raised, align shocks (3) with pockets in spring links. Do not install bolts at this time.
3. Continue to raise crossmember (1) with jack until crossmember mounting bolts (2) can be installed. Install left side crossmember mounting bolts, but not the right side bolts. It is not necessary to tighten bolts at this point. 1 - BODY 2 - MARKER (OR CRAYON) 3 - CROSSMEMBER BUSHING FLANGE
4. Shift crossmember as necessary to line up mounts (3) with location marks drawn on body (1) before removal.
5. Continue to raise crossmember (1) with jack until crossmember mounting bolts (2) can be installed. Install left side crossmember mounting bolts, but not the right side bolts. It is not necessary to tighten bolts at this point. CAUTION: To avoid damaging other components of vehicle, do not lower crossmember any further than necessary to install coil spring (2).
6. Slowly lower jack allowing right side of crossmember to drop. Do not lower jack at a fast rate. Lower jack just enough to allow spring (2) Installation. Do not lower jack any further than necessary. NOTE: Before installing coil spring, make sure isolators (1 and 5) are completely installed on ends of spring.
7. Install coil spring (2) with isolators into spring pocket of spring link fitting the lower isolator to the shape of the pocket, then align top of spring with body mount.
8. Carefully raise jack, guiding coil spring and lower end of shock absorber (1) into mounted positions. Once shock absorber (1) lower mounting hole lines up with hole in control arm, stop jacking.
9. Install the lower shock bolt/nut (3). Raise the support on the lower control arm to normal ride height and tighten the bolt/nut to 235 N.m (173 ft. lbs.).
10. Raise right side of crossmember (1) into mounted position. Install right side crossmember mounting bolts (2). Snug, but do not fully tighten bolts at this time.
11. Remove both front and rear crossmember mounting bolts (2) on left side of vehicle. CAUTION: To avoid damaging other components of vehicle, do not lower crossmember any further than necessary to install coil spring (2).
12. Slowly lower jack allowing left side of crossmember to drop. Do not lower jack at a fast rate. Lower jack just enough to allow spring (2) Installation. Do not lower jack any further than necessary. NOTE: Before installing coil spring, make sure isolators (1 and 5) are completely installed on ends of spring.
13. Install coil spring (2) with isolators into spring pocket of spring link fitting the lower isolator to the shape of the pocket, then align top of spring with body mount.
14. Carefully raise jack, guiding coil spring and lower end of shock absorber (1) into mounted positions. Once shock absorber (1) lower mounting hole lines up with hole in the control arm, stop jacking.
15. Install the lower shock bolt/nut (3). Raise the support on the lower control arm to normal ride height and tighten the bolt/nut to 235 N.m (173 ft. lbs.).
16. Raise left side of crossmember (1) into mounted position. Install left side crossmember mounting bolts (2 and 3). Snug, but do not fully tighten bolts at this time.
17. Once mounts are lined up with location marks, on both sides of vehicle, tighten all four crossmember mounting bolts (2) to 180 N.m (133 ft. lbs.)
18. Route the wheel speed sensor and connect the wheel speed sensor wiring connector (1) to the wiring harness connector (2).
19. Attach the wheel speed sensor (1) wiring routing clip (not shown in illustration) to the top of the cradle (3).
20. Connect the brake cable end to the equalizer (3). NOTE: Front rotor shown in illustration, rear rotor similar. NOTE: Caliper slide pins should be free from debris.
21. Position the brake caliper/pads and tighten the brake caliper slide bolts (guide pins) (1) to 55 N.m (41 ft. lbs.).
22. Install the caliper slide bolt dust shields.
23. Install the brake caliper tension clip (1).
24. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to «WHEELS , STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-465920-S20100796812012042300000) .
25. Install the rear drive shaft. Refer to «SHAFT, DRIVE, FRONT , INSTALLATION»(ref-465926-S33290621992012042300000) and «SHAFT, DRIVE, REAR , INSTALLATION»(ref-465926-S23102361482012042300000) .
26. Pump brake pedal several times to ensure vehicle has a firm brake pedal before moving vehicle.
27. Perform wheel alignment, paying special attention to thrust angle. If rear crossmember needs to be shifted to align thrust angle. Refer to «WHEEL ALIGNMENT , STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-465917-S03736662762012042300000) .

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1. Remove the skid plate. Refer to «PLATE, SKID, FRONT , REMOVAL»(ref-465925-S30284619522012042300000) , «PLATE, SKID, FRONT SUSPENSION , REMOVAL»(ref-465925-S37911096052012042300000) , «PLATE, SKID, FUEL TANK , REMOVAL»(ref-465925-S28353303122012042300000) , «PLATE, SKID, TRANSMISSION , REMOVAL»(ref-465925-S36372325342012042300000) and «PLATE, SKID, TRANSFER CASE , REMOVAL»(ref-465925-S36231615982012042300000) .
2. Remove the reinforcement brackets.
3. Support the transmission with a suitable lifting device.
4. Remove the transmission mount bolts (3).
5. Remove the six crossmember bolts (2) and remove the crossmember (1).

1. Install the crossmember (1) and install the six crossmember bolts (2).
2. Tighten the six crossmember bolts (2) to 61 N.m (45 ft. lbs.).
3. Remove the lifting device.
4. Install the transmission mount bolts (3) and tighten to 61 N.m (45 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the crossmember reinforcement brackets and tighten the bolts to 55 N.m (41 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the skid plate. Refer to «PLATE, SKID, FRONT , INSTALLATION»(ref-465925-S32552796172012042300000) , «PLATE, SKID, FRONT SUSPENSION , INSTALLATION»(ref-465925-S17703500932012042300000) , «PLATE, SKID, FUEL TANK , INSTALLATION»(ref-465925-S28392114212012042300000) , «PLATE, SKID, TRANSMISSION , INSTALLATION»(ref-465925-S41871564672012042300000) and «PLATE, SKID, TRANSFER CASE , INSTALLATION»(ref-465925-S40725278292012042300000) .

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1. Remove the rear fascia. Refer to «FASCIA, REAR , REMOVAL»(ref-465925-S02529825412012042300000) .
2. Disconnect the trailer wiring connector (2) harness. NOTE: 7-way connector shown in illustration, 4 way similar.
3. Remove the six horizontal bolts (1) and two vertical bolts (2).
4. Remove the trailer hitch (1).

1. Install the hitch (1).
2. Install the bolts (1 and 2)
3. Tighten the six horizontal bolts (1) to 165 N.m (122 ft. lbs.).
4. Tighten the two vertical bolts (2) to 165 N.m (122 ft. lbs.).
5. Connect the trailer connector wire harness (2). NOTE: 7-way connector shown in illustration, 4 way similar.
6. Install the rear fascia. Refer to «FASCIA, REAR , INSTALLATION»(ref-465925-S05413430642012042300000) .

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1. Remove the nut (5) and remove the tow hook (2).
2. Remove the two front bolts (3) and remove the tow hook (2).
3. If necessary, remove the two bolts (4) and remove the support bracket (1).

1. If removed previously, install the tow hook support bracket (1) and install the two bolts (4).
2. Tighten the bolts (4) to 47 N.m (35 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the tow hook (2) and install the bolts (3).
4. Tighten the bolts (3) to 47 N.m (35 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the nut (5) and tighten to 25 N.m (18.5 ft. lbs.).

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1. Loosen the rear tow hook bolt (1).
2. Remove the reinforcement bracket bolt (2).
3. Remove the side bracket bolts (3).
4. Remove the lower frame bolt (4) and remove the tow hook assembly (5).

1. Install the rear notch (5) of the tow hook onto the rear frame bolt (1).
2. Install the front lower frame bolt (4).
3. Install the side frame bolts (3) and tighten to 165 N.m (122 ft. lbs.).
4. Tighten the front vertical bolt (4) to 165 N.m (122 ft. lbs.).
5. Tighten the rear vertical bolt (1) to 165 N.m (122 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the support bracket bolt (2) to 100 N.m (74 ft. lbs.).

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1. Remove the engine cradle crossmember (2). Refer to «CROSSMEMBER, CRADLE, ENGINE AND SUSPENSION , REMOVAL»(ref-465925-S39542372532012042300000) .
2. Remove the spacer (1).
3. As an installation reference, carefully mark location of isolator (3) requiring removal on crossmember (1) (around isolator can flange) using a marker or crayon. Do not use a scratch awl to mark location. 1 - OTC puller 1182 or equivalent 2 - Remover/Installer, Bushing 6602-2 3 - Front Engine Cradle Crossmember 4 - Isolator NOTE: Prior to using special tools, lubricate OTC puller 1182 or equivalent (1) threads to provide ease of use and promote tool longevity.
4. Assemble tools over isolator as shown in illustration.
5. Using OTC puller 1182 or equivalent and Remover/Installer, Bushing (special tool #6602-2, Remover/Installer, Bushing) remover, remove the isolator (4).

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1. Position isolator (3) on crossmember (1) isolator bore aligning isolator can flange with reference marks applied during removal. 1 - Press, Ball Joint C-4212F 2 - Remover/Installer, Bushing 9031-5A 3 - Remover/Installer, Bushing 9031-7A 4 - Front Engine Cradle Crossmember 5 - Isolator NOTE: Prior to using special tools, lubricate Press, Ball Joint (special tool #C-4212F, Press, Ball Joint) (1) threads to provide ease of use and promote tool longevity. NOTE: A mixture of soap and water may be used to aid installation of the isolator.
2. Assemble tools over isolator as shown in illustration.
3. Tighten Press, Ball Joint (special tool #C-4212F, Press, Ball Joint) (1) screw-drive, pressing isolator (5) into crossmember (4). Install isolator until isolator can flange contacts surface of crossmember.
4. Remove tools.
5. Install the spacer (1).
6. Install the engine cradle crossmember (2). Refer to «CROSSMEMBER, CRADLE, ENGINE AND SUSPENSION , INSTALLATION»(ref-465925-S23508879902012042300000) .

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1. Remove the exhaust as necessary to obtain clearance while lower the rear differential. Refer to «TAILPIPE, EXHAUST , REMOVAL»(ref-465927-S08780303192012042300000) .
2. Remove the rear differential as necessary to gain enough access to the differential support isolators. Refer to «REMOVAL»(ref-465929-S14777190872012042300000) .
3. Position transmission jack (1) to rear axle assembly.
4. Remove rear axle forward mount isolator bolt/nut (1).
5. Remove the bolts (1) and lower the stabilizer bar (2).
6. Remove two rear axle-to-crossmember bolts (1).
7. Lower axle just enough to gain access to the differential isolator being serviced. 1 - Remover/Installer, Bushing 9520-2 2 - Remover/Installer, Bushing 9520-4 3 - Screw Assembly 8838-2 4 - Rear Suspension Crossmember 5 - Remover/Installer 8173-3 NOTE: Prior to using special tools, lubricate Screw Assembly (special tool #8838-2, Screw Assembly) (3) threads to provide ease of use and promote tool longevity. NOTE: When installing thrust bearing, be sure to place hardened side toward bolt head.
8. Assemble tools over isolator as shown in illustration.
9. While holding Nut from rotating, using hand tools , tighten Screw Assembly (special tool #8838-2, Screw Assembly) (3) until Remover/Installer (special tool #8173-3, Remover/Installer) (5) comes in contact with isolator and Remover/Installer, Bushing (special tool #9520-4, Cup, Receiver) (2) sets squarely against crossmember (4).
10. Continue to tighten Screw Assembly (special tool #8838-2, Screw Assembly) (3), pressing isolator out of crossmember (4).
11. Remove tools with isolator.

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Note. Prior to using special tools, lubricate Screw Assembly (special tool #8838-2, Screw Assembly) (1) threads to provide ease of use and promote tool longevity.

Note. When installing thrust bearing, be sure to place hardened side toward bolt head.

Note. A mixture of soap and water may be used to aid installation of the isolator.

1. Assemble tools over isolator as shown in illustration.
2. While holding Nut (4) from rotating, tighten Screw Assembly (special tool #8838-2, Screw Assembly) (1) using hand tools , pressing isolator (2) into crossmember (4). Stop when the isolator (2) bottoms against Remover/Installer, Bushing (special tool #9031-7A, Installer, Bushing).
3. Remove tools.
4. Carefully raise rear axle.
5. Install two rear axle-to-crossmember bolts (1) and torque to 135 N.m (100 ft. lbs.).
6. Install rear axle forward mount isolator bolt/nut (1) and torque to 135 N.m (100 ft. lbs.).
7. Position the stabilizer bar (2) and install the upper and lower stabilizer bar to cradle bolts (1) and tighten to 110 N.m (81 ft. lbs.).
8. Install the exhaust if necessary. Refer to «TAILPIPE, EXHAUST , INSTALLATION»(ref-465927-S03422202602012042300000) .

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1. Remove the rear suspension crossmember. Refer to «CROSSMEMBER, REAR , REMOVAL»(ref-465925-S13755077842012042300000) and «CROSSMEMBER, TRANSMISSION , REMOVAL»(ref-465925-S23636888812012042300000) .
2. As an installation reference, carefully mark location of isolator (1) requiring removal on crossmember (2) (around isolator can flange) using a marker or crayon. Do not use a scratch awl to mark location. 1 - Remover/Installer, Bushing 6602 2 - Support Bolts 3 - Rear Suspension Crossmember 4 - Remover/Installer, Bushing 9520-1 5 - Isolator 6 - Puller, Extension Housing 8244 NOTE: Prior to using special tools, lubricate Remover/Installer, Bushing (special tool #6602, Remover/Installer, Bushing) Screw Assembly (1) threads to provide ease of use and promote tool longevity. NOTE: When installing thrust bearing, be sure to place hardened side toward bolt head.
3. Assemble tools over isolator as shown in illustration.
4. Install two bolts (2) as shown in illustration to stabilize Puller, Extension Housing (special tool #8244, Puller, Extension Housing) (6) legs during the removal procedure.
5. While holding screw assembly from rotating, using hand tools , tighten Remover/Installer, Bushing (special tool #6602, Remover/Installer, Bushing) nut (1) until Remover/Installer, Bushing (special tool #9520-1, Installer Disc) (4) comes in contact with isolator (5) and Puller, Extension Housing (special tool #8244, Puller, Extension Housing) (6) sets squarely against crossmember (3).
6. Continue to tighten Remover/Installer, Bushing (special tool #6602, Remover/Installer, Bushing) nut (1), pressing isolator (5) out of crossmember (3).
7. Remove tools with isolator.

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1. Position isolator (1) on crossmember (2) isolator bore aligning isolator can flange with reference marks applied during removal. 1 - Press, Ball Joint C-4212F 2 - Remover/Installer, Bushing 9031-5A 3 - Remover/Installer, Bushing 9031-1 4 - Rear Suspension Crossmember 5 - Bushing NOTE: Prior to using special tools, lubricate Press, Ball Joint (special tool #C-4212F, Press, Ball Joint) (1) threads to provide ease of use and promote tool longevity. NOTE: A mixture of soap and water may be used to aid installation of the isolator.
2. Assemble tools over isolator as shown in illustration.
3. Tighten Press, Ball Joint (special tool #C-4212F, Press, Ball Joint) (1) screw-drive, pressing isolator (5) into crossmember (4). Install isolator until isolator can flange contacts surface of crossmember.
4. Remove tools.
5. Install the rear suspension crossmember (4). Refer to «CROSSMEMBER, REAR , INSTALLATION»(ref-465925-S35194968802012042300000) and «CROSSMEMBER, TRANSMISSION , INSTALLATION»(ref-465925-S16973199262012042300000) .

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1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the six fasteners (2) and remove the skid plate (1).

1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Install the skid plate (1) and install the six fasteners (2).
3. Tighten the fasteners to 28 N.m (21 ft. lbs.).

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1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the four fasteners (2) and remove the skid plate (1).

1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Install the skid plate (1) and install the four bolts (2).
3. Tighten the bolts to 28 N.m (21 ft. lbs.).

REMOVAL

Note. Right side shown in illustration, left side similar.

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1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the three fasteners (3) and remove the skid plate (2).

Note. Right side shown in illustration, left side similar.

1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Install the skid plate (2) and install the three fasteners (3).
3. Tighten the bolts to 28 N.m (21 ft. lbs.).

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1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the five fasteners (2) and remove the skid plate (1).

1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Install the skid plate (1) and install the five fasteners (2).
3. Tighten the fasteners to 28 N.m (21 ft. lbs.).

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1. Remove the two nuts (2) and four bolts (3) and remove the skid plate.

1. Install the skid plate and install the four fasteners (3) and nuts (2).
2. Tighten the bolts to 28 N.m (21 ft. lbs.).