Rear SUBFRAME - GTDI 2.0L Petrol/V6 S/C 3.0L Petrol/V8 S/C 5.0L Petrol (G1209120): Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Refer to: Petrol and Petrol-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety Precautions (Description and Operation).
WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.

Raise and support the vehicle.
Refer to: Fuel Tank Draining - GTDi 2.0L Petrol/V6 S/C 3.0L Petrol/V8 S/C 5.0L Petrol (General Procedures).
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (Removal and Installation).
Refer to: DRIVESHAFT - GTDI 2.0L PETROL/V6 S/C 3.0 L PETROL/V8 S/C 5.0L PETROL (G1447993) (Removal and Installation).
CAUTION: Be prepared to collect escaping fluids.
NOTE:
- The fuel tank has a non-return valve in the filler stub pipe, only the fuel present in the filler hose will be spilt.
- Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.
Using the special tool, press and hold the brake pedal.
WARNING: If the fluid is spilled on the paintwork, the affected area must be immediately washed down with cold water.
CAUTION:
- Make sure that a new sealing washer is installed.
- Be prepared to collect escaping fluids.
NOTE: LH illustration shown, RH is similar.

Torque Specification: 35 Nm
NOTE: Left-hand shown, right-hand similar.

Torque Specification: 47 Nm
NOTE: Left-hand shown, right-hand similar.
WARNING: Install the M12 subframe bolts prior to removing axle support.
NOTE: LH illustration shown, RH is similar.

Torque Specification: 133 Nm
CAUTION: Make sure that new bolts are installed.

General Equipment: Powertrain Jack

Torque Specification:

Stage 1: 80 Nm

Stage 2: 240°