XKR Coupe (X100) V8-4.0L SC (AJ27) (2000)
Rear Cross-Member: Removal and Replacement
Rear Axle Crossmember (64.25.16)
Removal
1. CAUTION: Replacement of nuts and bolts: Various thread-locking devices are used on nuts and bolts throughout the vehicle. These
devices restrict the number of times a nut or bolt can be used.
Raise vehicle on a four-post lift.
2. Remove both rear struts (convertible vehicles only).
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Remove ratchet straps securing drain tube.
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Remove four bolts.
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Remove struts.
3. Remove bolts shown, from suspension subframe.
1. Remove bolts.
2. Remove nuts and bolts.
3. Remove nuts and bolts.
4. CAUTION: Position a piece of wood between the jack and the differential drive coupling.
Position a jack under the differential drive coupling and support the weight of axle assembly.
5. Remove both mounting brackets from the suspension subframe.
1. Remove bush center bolt from bracket.
2. Remove bolts securing bracket to body.
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Remove bracket.
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Repeat procedure to remove opposite-side bracket.