Rear SUBFRAME - Project 8 (G2248720): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Jaguar XE and 2019 Jaguar XE. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.

Raise and support the vehicle using a suitable 2 post lift.
Refer to: LIFTING
Disconnect the startup battery ground cable.
Refer to: STARTUP BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT
Remove the rear brake pads.
Refer to: BRAKE PADS
Drain the fuel tank.
Refer to: FUEL TANK DRAINING
Remove the front silencer.
Refer to: FRONT SILENCER
Remove the rear right wheel arch liner.
Refer to: REAR WHEEL ARCH LINER - PROJECT 8
Drain the rear differential.
Refer to: DIFFERENTIAL DRAINING AND FILLING VEHICLES WITH HEAVY DUTY DIFFERENTIAL
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- WARNING: Be prepared to collect escaping oil.
  
  Disconnect the 2 rear differential oil cooler hoses.
- Remove the nut and bolt.
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Disconnect the electrical connector and release the retaining clip.
NOTE: Repeat the step for the other side.

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Remove and discard the shock absorber lower nut and bolt.
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Remove the 2 bolts and heatshield.
CAUTION: Be prepared to collect escaping fuel.

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Disconnect the fuel filler pipe from the fuel tank.
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Mark the position of the driveshaft in relation to the rear drive axle flange.
CAUTION: Make sure that the driveshaft is supported with suitable retaining straps.

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Remove the 6 bolts from the driveshaft.
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To aid installation, use a straight edge to mark the position of the subframe in relation to the body at the points shown.
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Remove and discard the 8 subframe to body mounting bolts.
WARNING: Make sure the rear subframe is supported using a suitable stand and retaining straps.

NOTE: Do not disassemble further if the component is removed for access only.

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Remove and discard the 4 bolts and lower the subframe using a suitable stand.
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Remove the rear springs.
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- Disconnect the 4 electrical connectors.
- Release the 8 grommets and 23 retaining clips.
- Remove the wiring harness from the subframe.
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- Remove and discard the 2 upper stabilizer bar link retaining nuts.
- Remove the 4 bolts and stabilizer bar.
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Remove the 2 bolts and height sensor assembly.
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Remove and discard the tie-rod to subframe nuts.
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Remove and discard the 2 upper control arm to subframe nuts and bolts.
CAUTION: Take extra care not to damage the seals.

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Remove the 2 halfshafts from the differential.
WARNING: The component(s) may be heavy. Take extra care when handling.

NOTE: Discard the nuts and bolts.

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With the aid of another technician remove the suspension assemblies from the subframe and discard the 4 bolts and nuts.
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Remove and discard the 2 differential mounting bolts.
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Remove the differential and discard the 2 bolts.