Frame: Description and Operation
FRAME AND BODY MOUNTINGRadiator Support Crossmember
The radiator support crossmember is bolted to the body and is used to:
- aid in structural support.
- provide mounting surfaces for the front of the front suspension control arms.
- provide a mounting point for the front stabilizer bar.
- provide a mounting point for the underbody stiffener.
- support the radiator.
Engine Support Crossmember
The engine support crossmember is bolted to the body and is used to:
- aid in structural support.
- provide mounting surfaces for the rear of the front suspension control arms.
- provide a mounting point for the engine isolators.
- provide a mounting point for the underbody stiffener.
Rear Subframe
The rear subframe is bolted to the body and is used to:
- aid in structural support.
- provide mounting surfaces for the rear suspension sway bar.
- provide mounting surfaces for the rear axle differential case.
- provide a mounting point for the rear stabilizer.
If the rear subframe bushings become worn or damaged a new rear subframe must be installed as an assembly. New rear subframe bushings can not be installed.