Support the engine from above with an engine support fixture, then loosen the front wheel lug nuts, raise the front of the vehicle, and securely support it on jackstands before removing the wheels. Next, remove the front section of the exhaust pipe and, for AWD models, remove the driveshaft. Separate the control arm balljoint from the
Steering Knuckle and detach the tie-rod ends from the steering knuckles. Detach the links from the ends of the sway bar kit and disconnect the electrical connector from the power steering pressure switch. Remove the pinch bolt from the lower steering column and separate the shaft from the steering gear while keeping the
Steering Wheel pointed straight ahead to avoid damaging the airbag spiral cable. Remove the front engine mount upper mounting nut and the rear engine mount through-bolt to allow the subframe to be lowered, then free any hoses from clips securing them to the subframe. Mark the position of the subframe to the chassis, support it with two floor jacks, remove the rear mounting fasteners, and loosen the front mounting fasteners a few turns before carefully lowering the rear of the subframe. Remove the bolts from the sway bar kit clamps and take out the sway bar kit, inspecting the clamp bushings and link bushings for any cracks or tears, replacing them if necessary, ensuring the slit in the bushing faces the front of the vehicle and that the clamps are installed in their original positions. Installation is the reverse of removal, ensuring all suspension and steering fasteners are tightened to the specified torque values, and it is recommended to replace the subframe fasteners and sway bar kit clamp bolts with new ones, tightening the wheel lug nuts to the appropriate torque.