Subframe and Mounting Systems
The front subframe is bolted to the body and is used to
- aid in structural support.
- provide mounting surfaces for the steering gear.
- provide mounting surfaces for the front suspension lower control arms, the engine mounts and for the front stabilizer bar.
The rear subframe is bolted to the body and is used to
- aid in structural support.
- provide mounting surfaces for the rear suspension lower arms and upper arms.
For body dimension specifications, refer to BODY REPAIRS article.
Subframe - Front
Special Tools Illustration Tool Name Tool Number Remover, Tie-Rod End 211-001 (TOOL-3290-D) Installer Set, Teflon® Seal 211-D027 (D90P-3S17-A) or equivalent
Scheme 2
Note. The front bumper cover and the RH/LH brake assemblies have been removed for clarity.
Scheme 3
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | W520203 | Tie-rod end nuts (2 required) |
| 2 | 3A130 | Tie-rod end (2 required) |
| 3 | W520213 | Stabilizer bar link nut (2 required) |
| 4 | W702826 | Roll restrictor bolt |
| 5 | W520213 | Lower arm ball joint pinch nuts (2 required) |
| 6 | W711859 | Lower arm ball joint pinch bolts (2 required) |
| 7 | 3A238 | Lower arm ball joint heat shield (2 required) |
| 8 | 3078 | Lower arm ball joint (2 required) |
| 9 | W709634 | Subframe upper bolts (M12) (2 required) |
| 10 | W709634 | Subframe lower bolts (M14) (4 required) |
| 11 | Stabilizer link (2 required) | |
| 12 | 5019 | Front subframe |