DeVille DTS V8-4.6L VIN 9 (2002)
Caution: To avoid any vehicle damage, serious personal injury or death when major components are removed from the vehicle and the vehicle is
supported by a hoist, support the vehicle with jack stands at the opposite end from which the components are being removed
17. Secure the vehicle to the front hoist pads.
18. Remove the stabilizer shaft links.
19. Swing the stabilizer shaft downward in order to gain access to the power steering gear retaining bolts.
20. Remove the left front fascia extension.
Important: The following are exceptions while following the frame removal procedure:
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Do not remove the front stabilizer shaft from the frame.
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Do not remove the A.I.R. pump assembly from the vehicle. Retain the pump to the body using mechanics wire.
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Do not remove the insulators from the frame.
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Do not remove the control arms from the frame.
21. Remove the front frame.
22. Remove the bolt securing the left transaxle brace to the transaxle.
23. Loosen the nut securing the left transaxle brace to the engine.
24. Remove the left transaxle brace from the powertrain assembly.
25. Remove the 3 ground connections from the side of the transaxle.
26. Disconnect the transaxle main electrical harness connector.