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MG MGF Factory Workshop Manual (1995-2000)14 · Suspension
14 · Steering & suspension

Rear subframe (page 3 of 3)

Make
MG
Model
MGF Factory Workshop Manual
Year
1995–2000
Section
Repairs
SuspensionRear subframe · page 3 of 3
Diagram
  1. Remove bolt securing rear engine mounting tie rod to subframe and collect mounting.
  2. Remove exhaust mounting rubber from subframe.

Refit

  1. Fit exhaust mounting rubber to subframe.
  2. Fit front mountings to subframe and tighten bolts to 100 Nm.
  3. Fit rear mountings to subframe and tighten bolts to 100 Nm.
  4. Fit rear engine mounting tie rod to subframe and tighten bolt to 85 Nm.
  5. Position left hand buttress to subframe and fit bolts. Tighten bolts to 45 Nm.
  6. Position lower arm in subframe and fit bolt. Tighten bolt to 85 Nm.
  7. Fit washer and rubber on brake reaction rod, and position to lower arm.
  8. Fit bolt securing brake reaction rod to subframe and tighten bolt to 45 Nm.
  9. Fit rubber, washer and nut to brake reaction rod. Tighten nut to 85 Nm.
  10. Fit right hand track control arm to subframe and tighten bolt to 85 Nm.
  11. Position top arm and knuckle joint ball pin in subframe, and fit pivot shaft.
  12. Fit retaining plate to pivot shaft and tighten bolts to 10 Nm.
  13. Fit nuts securing either end of pivot shaft and tighten to 74 Nm.
  14. Position right hand hydragas unit in subframe and fit retaining plate and ABS sensor lead bracket.
  15. Fit retaining plate bolts and tighten to 25 Nm.
  16. Repeat suspension build process for left hand side.
  17. Fit engine and gearbox assembly. See ENGINE, Repairs.
  18. Check rear wheel alignment. See STEERING, Adjustments.

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