Removal Procedure

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Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
Remove the engine shield mounting bolts.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Engine Shield
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Remove the engine shield.

Fig 2: Removing Rear Lower Control Arm Bracket To Frame Mounting Bolts

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Remove the rear lower control arm bracket to frame mounting bolts.

Fig 3: Removing Steering Gear Crossmember Mounting Bolts

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Remove the steering gear crossmember mounting bolts.
Remove the steering gear crossmember.