FRONT SUSPENSION > Front Crossmember
1. Install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
• Discard the removed self-locking nut and replace it with a new part.
• Always tighten bushings with wheels in full contact with the ground and the vehicle at curb weight.
Tightening torque:
Transverse link bushing to crossmember:
125 N·m (12.7 kgf-m, 92.3 ft-lb)
Stabilizer to bushing:
25 N·m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.1 ft-lb)
Tie-rod end to Housing:
27.0 N·m (2.75 kgf-m, 19.9 ft-lb)
Front cushion rubber to crossmember:
85 N·m (8.7 kgf-m, 63 ft-lb)
Universal joint to pinion shaft:
24 N·m (2.4 kgf-m, 17.4 ft-lb)
Crossmember to body:
100 N·m (10.2 kgf-m, 74 ft-lb)
Crossmember and transverse link to front vehicle height sensor bracket:
7.5 N·m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)
3. Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.