Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2012 Acura ZDX V6-3.7LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Subframe: Service and Repair
Subframe Replacement
Special Tools Required
- Subframe Alignment Pin 070AG-SJAA10S
Front Subframe Torque
After removing the subframe mounting bolts, the front subframe stiffener mounting bolts, the front subframe front stiffener mounting bolts, and the front subframe rear stiffener mounting bolts, be sure to replace them with new ones.
Front Subframe Alignment
NOTE: Align the front subframe with the subframe alignment pin.
1. Align the front subframe (A) in the following sequence.
1. Lift the front subframe up to the body, and loosely install the new subframe mounting bolts (B), the front stiffener mounting bolts (C), the new rear stiffener mounting bolts (D) and the stiffeners (E).
2. Insert the subframe alignment pin (F) through the positioning slot (G) on the right rear stiffener, through the positioning hole (H) on the subframe, and into the positioning hole (I) on the body, then loosely tighten the subframe right rear mounting bolt.
3. Insert the subframe alignment pin through the positioning slot on the left rear stiffener, through the positioning hole on the subframe, and into the positioning hole on the body, then loosely tighten the subframe left rear mounting bolt.
4. Tighten the subframe mounting bolts to the specified torque values starting with the right rear subframe mounting bolt. Use the subframe alignment pin when tightening the rear side subframe mounting bolts.
5. Check all of the subframe mounting bolts, and retighten if necessary.
NOTE: Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.
2. After reinstalling all removed parts, check and adjust the front wheel alignment Service and Repair.
Rear Subframe Torque
NOTE:
- Install the rear subframe by aligning the installation positioning holes and positioning holes with the subframe alignment pin.
- After removing the subframe mounting bolts and the rear subframe stay mounting nuts, be sure to replace them with new ones.
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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