No but I'm also looking for a front subframe for my L series theses cars are terrible for them apparently.
Like many big jobs, if you have to ask, you should probably take it to a pro. Basically though, you take off all the connecting wires and hoses, power steering rack lower joint and tierods, axles etc. lower the car onto 3 or 4 jackstands aligned with the subframe. unbolt the subframe and remove the engine/transaxle/subframe/power steering rack as a unit. then an engine crane is required to take the engine off the transaxle
Remove both wheels, Disconect both tie rods from from steering knuckle, remove the stabilizer bar, unplug O2 sensor, diconnect the catalitic converter from exhaust manifold ( unscrew the catalitic converter and lower the whole assembly as one) this will gave you more room when sliding the rack and pinion out of the subframe), unplug and plug both power steering lines connected to the steering gear, remove the two bolts holding the rack and pinion to the subframe.
To replace the subframe on a Ford Transit, start by safely lifting the vehicle and securing it on jack stands. Remove the front wheels and disconnect components such as the steering linkage, suspension parts, and any wiring or hoses attached to the subframe. Once everything is disconnected, unbolt the subframe from the chassis and carefully lower it. Install the new subframe by reversing the removal steps, ensuring all connections are secure and properly aligned before lowering the vehicle back to the ground.
Support the engine and transaxle from above using a support bar. Raise the vehicle on a hoist lift. Remove the front lower control arms and swaybar bushings from the subframe. Support the subframe with tall jackstands. Unbolt the engine and trans mounts from the subframe. Remove and clips or brackets for such things as oil coolers or wiring attached to the subframe. Remove the susbframe mounting bolts, then lower the subframe from the car. Reverse the procedure. Get a wheel alignment. Be sure to tell whoever is doing it that you replaced the subframe as this information is critical for the alignment to come out the way it should.
In my opinion, removing the front subframe makes this job much easier. Jack up and suitably support the front of the car so it is in a wheels free state. With wheels removed; * Remove the anti-roll bar drop links from the anti-roll bar * Free off the lower arm ball joints off * Remove the track rod ends from the swivel hubs * Remove the nut and bolt and special clip on the lower steering column universal joint * loosen off and disconnect the feed and return pipes to the power ram (beware stinking power steering fluid pouring everywhere!) Steering and suspension wise, the subframe should be free! * Remove the nut and bolt that secures the lower engine mounting to its bracket (the bolt that goes through the big round rubber mount at the back of the engine) * Disconnect all relevant gear linkage rods (this will be clear when you are under there!) * Support the subframe with a jack or somesuch and free off the 6, 18mm bolts that secure the subframe to the body shell. * remove all subframe mounting bolts. * lower the jack that is supporting the subframe, it should all drop quite nicely and then get stuck on the steering column universal joint! A good old college shove frees this and then you should be able to remove your subframe assembly from under the car. I preferred doing it this way, it takes longer but it is so much easier! It also exposed a lot of potential ball aches on my car, a loose coolant pipe, a knackered exhaust manifold stud, a worn gear linkage rod. The car feels much better for it, I also took the time to paint my antiroll bar bright red. Ahh yeah! Being able to work on the subframe in a warm garage with a cup of tea on hand was worth the extra time to me!
Removal Disconnect the battery cable. Remove the accessory drive belt from the generator pulley. Remove the power steering line bracket and heater hose support bracket from the generator. Remove the upper generator bolts. Partially raise the vehicle on a hoist. Remove the right front wheel. Remove the lower fender splash shield retainers and position the shield out of the way. Remove the generator splash shield. Raise the vehicle. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the battery cable from the generator. Position an adjustable stand to the subframe. Remove the right subframe bolts. Remove the lower generator bolts. Lower the subframe to provide clearance. Remove the generator. Installation Note: Do not tighten the lower bolt. Install the generator and the lower bolt. Raise the subframe and install the subframe bolts. Tighten the bolts to 90 Nm. ( 66 lb ft. ) . Remove the adjustable stand. Lower the vehicle. Install the upper generator bolts and tighten them to 25 Nm. ( 18lb ft. ) . Install the power steering link bracket and the heater hose support bracket. Tighten the nut to 20 Nm. ( 15 lb ft. ) . Install the accessory drive belt. Partially raise vehicle. Tighten the lower generator bolt to 25 Nm. ( 18lb ft. ) . Connect the generator electrical connector. Install the battery positive B+ cable and nut. Tighten the cable nut to 10 Nm. ( 89 lb in. ) . Install the generator splash shield. Install the fender splash shield and the retainer. Install the right front wheel. Lower the vehicle. Connect the negative battery cable.
Disconnect the negative battery cable.Remove the air cleaner assembly.Remove the dust boot from the steering gear.Remove the intermediate shaft lower pinch bolt and disconnect the intermediate shaft from the lower stub shaft.Remove the fluid line retaining clips at the pump, then disconnect the lines.Raise and safely support the vehicle.Remove the wheel and tire assemblies. Disconnect the tie rod ends from the steering knuckle.Remove the remaining brackets and clips at the crossmember. Support the body safely with the appropriate equipment, to allow lowering of the subframe.Remove the rear subframe mounting bolts and carefully lower the rear of the subframe approximately 5 in. (12.7cm).Remove the rack and pinion mounting bolts, then remove the steering gear by maneuvering it through the left wheel opening.
To remove the front subframe on a Renault Megane, begin by safely lifting the vehicle and securing it on jack stands. Disconnect the battery, then remove any components obstructing access, such as the engine mounts, anti-roll bar, and suspension components. Unbolt the subframe from the chassis, ensuring to support it adequately as you remove the last bolts. Finally, carefully lower the subframe away from the vehicle.
If you plan to remove the lower intake manifold, you probably have to remove pwr steering pump indeed. Otherwise it makes a difficult removal/installation.
To remove the subframe from a Honda Odyssey, first ensure the vehicle is safely lifted and supported on jack stands. Disconnect the battery, then remove any components obstructing access to the subframe, such as the exhaust system and suspension parts. Next, unbolt the subframe from the chassis, typically involving several bolts around the perimeter and possibly a few in the center. Finally, carefully lower the subframe from the vehicle, ensuring to handle it safely and avoid damaging any attached components.
Yes, lower it to the floor or remove it.Yes, lower it to the floor or remove it.
# Disable airbag system. # Remove steering column covers and lower instrument panel cover # Lower steering column # Disconnect the shift interlock cable from ignition lock housing # The lock assembly is clamped to the steering column by two shear-head bolts. Drill heads off each bolt and remove the bracket. # Remove the steering lock assembly from the steering column