SUBFRAME, Lowering: Installing

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Install in the reverse order of removal while noting the following:

-- Replacing the seal -1-.

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-- Fold up the seal -1- over the collar of the steering gear -2- so that the rubber lip encloses the collar all around -arrows-.

-- Check the seal -1- for secure fit.

-- Coat the seal from above with lubricant for example soft soap.

-- Always make sure the intermediate plate -1- is installed between the subframe -2- and the body.

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NOTE:

After attaching the steering gear to the universal joint, make sure that seal on steering gear is positioned on the mounting plate without any kinks and is sealed correctly. The opening to the footwell must seal correctly. Water leak and/or noises may be the result.

Make sure that the sealing surface is clean.

-- Remove the Locating Pins:T10486/1 . Refer to , Removing .

-- For vehicles with a level control system sensor, perform the basic setting using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.