Stratus Sedan V6-2.7L (2001)
Fig. 14
9. Remove bolts attaching steering gear to top of suspension crossmember (Fig. 14).
CAUTION: Do not allow steering gear to hang by the pressure or return hoses, damage to hoses can result.
10. Using mechanics wire, tie steering gear to structure above.
11. Raise crossmember back into position.
12. Remove bolts attaching rear of crossmember to frame rail torque boxes.
13. Lower front suspension crossmember away from bottom of vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Raise front suspension crossmember into position on vehicle.
2. Loosely install bolts attaching rear of cross-member to frame rail torque boxes.
3. Lower crossmember and install bolts attaching steering gear to top of suspension crossmember.
4. Raise crossmember into position.
5. Tighten bolts holding rear of suspension cross-member to frame rail torque boxes.
6. Install bolts attaching front of suspension crossmember to frame rails under upper control arm.
7. Engage lower ball joint to lower control arms.
8. Install 3 bolts attaching rear engine mount to crossmember (Fig. 13). If equipped, make sure manual transmission bracket is positioned in place
before installing bolts (Fig. 13). Tighten bolts to 65 N.m (48 ft.lbs.) torque.
9. Install bolts attaching suspension strut to lower control arm.
10. Lower vehicle.
11. After assembly is complete, check front end alignment and adjust as necessary.
