SEAT Workshop Service and Repair Manuals > Leon Mk2 > Running gear | Running gear, axles, steering | Front suspension, drive shafts | Front wheel suspension | Subframe: dismantling and fitting.

Fitting

The assembly operations are carried out in the reverse order of the disassembly with some exceptions.

Note

Before partially screwing the subframe screws on the vehicle body, put the steering casing into position.

–	Before removing the centre guides, secure the subframe using the bolts -2- and -3-.

–	Extract the centre guides -T20163A- and finish fitting the subframe.

Fit the drive train brackets free of tension → Rep. Gr.10.

–	Following the assembly of the subframe, verify the steering wheel position and the vehicle alignment.

Tightening torques:

Ball joint attachment to the bearing housing Use a new nut	50 Nm
Attachment screw for steering box -1-	30 Nm
Front bolt of the swinging arm-2- Rear bolt of the swinging arm-2- Use new bolts	70 Nm + ¹/₄ turn (90º)
Bolt -3-	65 Nm

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