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34.
35. If the right-hand rear wheelhouse outer is being repaired,
prepare the NVH component at the fuel filler aperture,
apply sealer adhesive, and install as indicated.
NOTE: The NVH component at the striker
reinforcement panel should be installed with the new
quarter panel, sealer adhesive should be applied as the
new quarter panel is installed.
Remove the NVH component from the old striker
reinforcement panel, prepare, apply sealer adhesive and
install on the new striker reinforcement panel on the
quarter panel service panel.
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5. Disconnect the generator electrical connectors.
6. Disconnect the battery positive cable and position it to one side.
7. Remove the rear subframe and rear suspension, as an assembly.
For additional information, refer to: Rear Subframe - V6 3.0L Petrol (502-00 Uni-Body, Subframe and Mounting System, Removal and
Installation).
8. Remove the fuel tank filler pipe.
For additional information, refer to: Fuel Tank Filler Pipe (310-01B,
Removal and Installation).
9. Release the left-hand and right-hand luggage floor wiring harnesses and
position them to one side.
10. Make sure that the rear seats are covered to prevent any damage during
this repair procedure.
11. NOTE: If undamaged, the left-hand and right-hand rear bumper
retaining brackets should be reinstalled.
Remove the left-hand and right-hand rear bumper retaining brackets.
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Published: 11-May-2011
Uni-Body, Subframe and Mounting System - Rear Subframe V8 5.0L Petrol/V8 S/C 5.0L Petrol
Removal and Installation
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
1. Refer to: Petrol and Petrol-Ethanol Fuel Systems Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
2. WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack.
Always support the vehicle on safety stands.
Raise and support the vehicle.
3. Refer to: Fuel Tank Draining (310-00 Fuel System - General Information, General Procedures).
4. Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04 Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
5. Refer to: Driveshaft - V8 5.0L Petrol/V8 S/C 5.0L Petrol (205-01 Driveshaft, Removal and Installation).
6. CAUTION: Be prepared to collect escaping fluids.
NOTES:
The fuel tank has a non-return valve in the filler stub
pipe, only the fuel present in the filler hose will be spilt.
Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the
essential information is always correct.
7. Using the special tool, press and hold the brake pedal. Powertrain Jack www.JagDocs.com