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Subframe, replacement Z18XE

Subframe, replacement Z18XE

To remove


1. Remove the subframe, see Subframe, To remove and To fit, Z18XE


2. Remove the anti-roll bar (3) from the subframe.

4 x Unscrew bolt. Instructions: Mark the fitting position.

3. Remove the steering gear (2) with EHPS supply unit (1) from the subframe.

4. Remove the rear torque rod (4) from the subframe

2 x Unscrew bolt


5. Remove the right-hand link arm (2) from the front axle beam

3 x Unscrew bolt

6. Remove the left-hand link arm (3) from the front axle beam

3 x Unscrew bolt

7. Remove radiator holder (1) left and right

1 x Unscrew bolt

8. Lift away the subframe from the trolley lift.

Instructions: One more technician is necessary.

To fit

9. Fit the new front axle beam on the subframe.

Instructions: 2 technicians necessary


10. Fit the hydraulic line attachment clips on the front axle beam

3 x Attachment clips

11. Fit radiator holder (1) left and right

1 x Screw in bolt (35 Nm)

12. Fit the right-hand link arm (2) on the front axle beam

3 x Screw in new bolt (90 Nm + 75° + 15°)

13. Fit the left-hand link arm (3) on the front axle beam

3 x Screw in new bolt (90 Nm + 75° + 15°)


14. Fit the rear torque support (4) on the subframe

2 x Screw in bolt (60 Nm)

15. Fit the steering gear (2) with EHPS supply unit (1) on the subframe

Fit anti-roll bar (3) on the front axle beam

4 x Screw in bolt (20 Nm)

Instructions: Note fitting position

16. Fit the subframe, see Subframe, To remove and To Fit, Z18XE .

17. Carry out four wheel alignment .