SUBFRAME Front Hydraulic Bonded Rubber Bushing, Replacing: Installing

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-- Pry out the anti-twist mechanism -1- in the area of the retaining tabs -arrows- with a screwdriver from the bonded rubber bushing alternating from side to side.

-- Pry out the plastic insert from the bonded rubber bushing.

-- Arrange the special tools as shown.

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1. Bearing Installer - Wheel Hub/Bearing Kit - Spindle : T10205/8-1 
2. : VAS6178 
3. : T40328/3 
4. : T40328/8  . The ribs must engage in the bonded rubber bushing openings
5. Bonded Rubber Bushing. Installation position. Refer to Figure.
6. : T40328/9 
7. : T10205/8-2 

-- Align the bonded rubber bushing with the markings made previously and push it in until the collar comes in contact with the bushing in the subframe without any gaps.

• If necessary, tension and press over cylinder several times.
• To prevent damage to the outer race, while pushing in, pay attention that the bonded rubber bushing is not tilted.
• The ends of the rubber bead on the bonded rubber bushing must align with the markings -arrows- on the subframe.
  Fig 1: Ends Of Rubber Bead On Bonded Rubber Bushing Must Align With Markings

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• Correct any paint damage on subframe with corrosion protection, primer and black top coat.

-- Install the plastic insert and the anti-twist mechanism on the hydraulic bonded rubber bushing.

Further installation is the reverse order of removal.