Traverse FWD V6-3.6L (2009)
Front Subframe: Service and Repair
Front Frame Replacement
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. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (See: Wheels and Tires/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair).
3. Remove the front tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (See: Wheels and Tires/Service and Repair).
4. Remove the left engine splash shield. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement (See: Body and Frame/Splash Guard/Service and Repair).
5. Remove the exhaust flexible pipe. Refer to Exhaust Flexible Pipe Replacement (See: Engine, Cooling and Exhaust/Exhaust System/Exhaust
Pipe/Service and Repair).
6. Remove the propeller shaft if the vehicle is equipped with all wheel drive. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement (See: Transmission and
Drivetrain/Drive/Propeller Shafts, Bearings and Joints/Drive/Propeller Shaft/Service and Repair).