Aura L4-2.4L (2008)
Front Subframe: Service and Repair
Frame Replacement (2.4L)
Frame Replacement (2.4L)
Tools Required
J 39580 Engine Support Stand
Removal Procedure
1. Install the engine support fixture. Refer to Engine Support Fixture (See: Engine, Cooling and Exhaust/Engine/Service and Repair/Removal and
Replacement/Engine Support Fixture).
2. Support the radiator and condenser from above using the condenser tabs on each side.
3. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (See: Maintenance/Service Intervals).
4. Remove the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (See: Wheels and Tires/Service and Repair).
5. Remove the front fender liner. Refer to Front Fender Liner Replacement (See: Body and Frame/Fender/Front Fender/Front Fender Liner/Service
and Repair).
6. Remove the engine splash shield. Refer to Radiator Air Lower Baffle and Deflector Replacement (See: Engine, Cooling and Exhaust/Cooling
System/Radiator/Service and Repair).
7. Remove the lower ball joints from the steering knuckles. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement (See: Control Arm/Service and Repair/Front
Suspension).
8. Remove the tie rod ends from the steering knuckles. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement (See: Steering/Tie Rod/Tie Rod
End/Service and Repair).
9. Remove both stabilizer links from the stabilizer bar. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (See: Stabilizer Bar/Stabilizer Link/Service and
Repair).