SUBFRAME CROSSBRACE, Removing And Installing: Removing

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NOTE:

During installation, all cable ties must be installed at the same location.

-- Remove the noise insulation. Refer to NOISE INSULATION, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the left and right nuts -arrows- for the subframe shield.

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-- Equipment versions with SCR system: free up the SCR delivery line -1- with the bracket -2- at the crossbrace.

-- Free up the wires on the crossbrace.

-- To protect the threads, remove the nut -arrow- on the left and right from the guide link joint pin just until it is flush with the joint pin threads.

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WARNING:

There is a risk of injury from falling components.

When pressing off, the ball joint loosens abruptly from the wheel bearing housing.

CAUTION:

There is a risk of damaging the ball joint puller.

Make sure that both puller lever arms are parallel to each other when using maximum force.

-- Remove the guide link joint pin from the conical seat using the Ball Joint Splitter:VAS 251 809 and Fork:VAS 251 809/1 . Do not damage the CV boot while doing this.

-- Remove the nut by counterholding at the ball joint with a TX40 socket if necessary.

-- Free up the guide link on the wheel bearing housing.

-- If required, free up the wiring harness and the SCR delivery line.

-- Bring the prepared Rear Axle Support:T10552 with the Engine and Gearbox Jack: VAS 6931 to rest on the crossbrace.

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The Mounting Pins:T10552/1 engage in the holes on the back of the crossbrace.

-- Secure the crossbrace with the mount tensioning strap -arrow-.

CAUTION:

There is a risk of damaging the threads on the subframe/crossbrace threaded connection to the body.

The subframe/crossbrace bolts on the body must not be loosened or tightened with an impact wrench.
Always install all bolts by hand for the first few turns.

-- Remove the wheel spoiler. Refer to OVERVIEW - FRONT WHEEL HOUSING LINER .

-- Remove the lower longitudinal member. Refer to OVERVIEW - LOCK CARRIER .

-- Insert the Support Brace Strut:T40335 on the left and right side into the subframe. If necessary, adjust the brace at the knurled handle.

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-- Secure the brace on the left and right side using a cotter pin -arrow-.

-- If installed, remove the bolts -arrows- from the end panel.

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-- Remove the bolts -arrows-, lower the subframe crossbrace -1- using the Engine and Gearbox Jack:VAS 6931 and remove it.

Fig 1: Subframe Crossbrace

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CAUTION:

There is a risk of damaging the suspension components.

If the assembly mount, steering gear or subframe crossbrace are not installed correctly, do not rest the vehicle on its wheels.
Supporting the vehicle at the subframe or the subframe crossbrace (for example, using a floor jack or similar device) is not permitted.