SUBFRAME Brace Overview

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Fig 1: Identifying Subframe Brace Overview

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Subframe
Left Subframe Brace
- Removing and Installing. Refer to SUBFRAME BRACE .
Bolt
- 90 Nm + 45° turn
- Replace after removal.
  NOTE:
  Tighten the bolts on the subframe brace only when the vehicle is resting on its wheels.
Bolt
- 70 Nm + 180° turn
- Replace after removal.
Right Subframe Brace
- Removing and Installing. Refer to SUBFRAME BRACE .