Engine and Suspension Cradle

REMOVAL

Special Tools:










1. Remove the intake manifold. Intake Manifold - Removal
2. Remove the oil control solenoid, if equipped. Oil Intake Control Valve - Removal
3. Support engine using engine support fixture (1) or equivalent.
4. Remove the front skid plate. Skid Plate - Removal
5. Remove both brake calipers and hang to the side. Disc Brake Caliper - Removal





6. Remove the motor mount nuts.






CAUTION: Steering column module is centered to the vehicles steering system. Failure to keep the system and steering column module centered and locked/inhibited from rotating can result in steering column module damage. Service and Repair .

7. Place the front wheels in the straight ahead position with the steering wheel centered and locked with a steering wheel lock.
8. Drain or siphon the power steering system.
9. Remove the steering shaft coupler pinch bolt (2) and disconnect the coupler (1) from the steering shaft (3).





10. Disconnect the pressure line (1), and the return line (2) at the gear (3).





11. Support the outside of the lower control arms with a suitable holding fixture, and raise to normal ride height.
12. Remove the upper ball joint nuts.
13. Separate the upper ball joints (2) from the knuckles (3) using Ball Joint Press (1).





14. Remove the shock clevis bracket to lower control arm nut/bolts (1).





15. Remove the wheel and tire assemblies.
16. Mark front propeller shaft (1) and pinion flange (2) for installation reference. Remove propeller shaft from pinion flange.





17. Remove hub nuts (1) from half shafts (2).






NOTE: Right side shown, left side similar.

18. Using a grease pencil or equivalent, mark the location of the engine support cradle on the underbody.
19. Remove the six frame brace bolts (2).
20. Support the cradle (1) with suitable lifting device.
21. Remove the four cradle bolts (3) and separate the engine cradle crossmember from the vehicle.

As necessary;
- Remove the lower control arms. Front Lower Control Arm - Removal
- Remove the front drive axle.
- Remove the steering gear. Steering Gear - Removal
- Remove the sway bar. Front Stabilizer Bar - Removal