Installation (Continental, 3.0L 2V - Sable & Taurus)
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Install NEW circlip on axle shaft before installing axle shaft. Fill transaxle with appropriate fluid. See appropriate AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION article.
- To center subframe in chassis, slightly tighten mount bolts. Repeat procedure for right side of subframe assembly. Align both sides of subframe. See Fig 1. Tighten subframe-to-body mount bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Check and adjust axle shaft positioning. See appropriate FWD AXLE SHAFTS article in DRIVE AXLES. Check front toe-in after installation, and adjust as necessary.
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