Front CROSSMEMBER Removal/Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.
- On vehicles with traction control, remove only the components listed. Remove the air cleaner, MAF sensor, air hose No.2, air hose No.1, air pipe No.1, air bypass valve.
- Install the SST to the position shown in the illustration using the suitable washer and air pipe No.1 installation bolt. (BP with TC).
- Support the engine with a hoist or baby crane.
- Remove the steering gear and linkage. See STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
- Remove the steering knuckles. See WHEEL HUB, STEERING KNUCKLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
- Remove the front stabilizer. See FRONT STABILIZER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
- Remove the front lower arms. See FRONT LOWER ARM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
- Remove the front upper arms. See FRONT UPPER ARM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
- Remove in the order indicated in the illustration.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
- Inspect the front wheel alignment. If not as specified, adjust the front wheel alignment. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT .