Rendezvous AWD V6-3.4L VIN E (2005)
3. Remove the power steering cooler pipe from the frame. Refer to Power Steering Cooler Pipe/Hose Replacement in Power Steering System.
Installation Procedure
1. If you are REPLACING the frame, perform the following steps:
1. Install the power steering cooler pipe to the frame. Refer to Power Steering Cooler Pipe/Hose Replacement in Power Steering System.
2. Install the lower control arms to the frame. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement in Front Suspension.
3. Install the frame insulators to the frame. Refer to Frame Cushion or Insulator Replacement - Front (See: Body and Frame/Frame/Body / Frame
Mount Bushing/Service and Repair/Frame Cushion or Insulator Replacement - Front) .
2. Position the J 39580 with the frame under the vehicle.
Important: Ensure that the power steering cooler line does not become trapped by the engine mount during this step.
3. Lower the vehicle until the frame is close to the vehicle.
Important: Ensure that the alignment pins remain installed during the frame installation.
4. Insert two 19 mm (0.75 in) diameter X 203 mm (8 in) long guide pins or drill bits into the frame right side alignment holes in order to align the
frame.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
5. Install the frame to chassis front bolts.
Tighten the bolts to 155 N.m (114 lb ft).
6. Install the frame to chassis rear bolts.
Tighten the bolts to 240 N.m (177 lb ft).
7. Remove the alignment pins from the frame.
8. Install the transaxle mount nuts.
Tighten the nuts to 47 N.m (35 lb ft).
9. Install the engine mount nuts.