Corvette V8-7.0L VIN E (2006)
Cross-Member: Service and Repair
Crossmember Bolt Replacement - Rear (Forward Bolt)
Crossmember Bolt Replacement - Rear (Forward Bolt)
Removal Procedure
1. Use hand tools to remove the nut from the forward bolt that you are replacing.
2. Remove the rear compartment floor carpet.
3. Locate the scribed marks labeled XMBR BOLT in the floor which identifies the area directly over the front bolt to be replaced. The scribed marks
are located approximately 230 mm (9 in) inward from the rear compartment side panel and 255 mm (10 in) rearward of the intermediate panel.
Important: Fuel system components lie under the cargo compartment floor. When drilling the access hole restrict the drilling depth to 6
mm (3/16 in).
4. Drill an access hole with a 50-mm (2-in) hole saw directly over the bolt.