Lifting the sub-frame
Lift the sub-frame up completely.
At the same time locate the mounting screws for the steering gear on the sub-frame and, on right-hand drive cars, the screw for the collision protection system.
Install the sub-frame brackets loosely together with the washers.
Install the four screws for the sub-frame. Use new screws. Do not tighten yet .
First tighten the screws on the left side of the sub-frame. Tighten to 105 Nm . Angle tighten 120° . Then tighten the right-hand side to the same values as the left side.
Finally tighten the screws for the brackets on both sides. Tighten to 50 Nm .
Install the engine block heater (if applicable) on the left front mounting for the sub-frame.
| CAUTION | Tighten the left-hand side first. The sub-frame guides are on the left-hand side. |