Removal and installation the rear subframe (Freelander 2)

General equipment: Powertrain Jack

Removal

2. Remove the storage compartment.



3. Loosen the adjusting nut and disconnect the front parking brake cable.

NOTE: Use an additional key to prevent the element from turning.

4. Release the rear parking brake cables and remove the compensator.



5. Remove the rear quarter trim panels. Refer to procedure: Rear Quarter Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim, Removal and Installation).





7. Repeat the above procedure on the other side.



9. Repeat the above procedure on the other side.

10. Raise and support the vehicle

WARNING: Ensure that the vehicle is supported securely.

11. Remove both rear wheel and tire assemblies. Refer to procedure: Wheel and Tire (204-04 Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).

12. Remove the rear suspension height sensor (if equipped). Refer to procedure: Rear Suspension Height Sensor (204-05 Vehicle Dynamic Suspension, Removal and Installation).

13. Remove the rear muffler. Refer to procedure: Exhaust System (309-00B Exhaust System - 2.2L Duratorq - Td4, Removal and Installation).

14. Discard the bolts.

Mark the position of the driveshaft flange relative to the pinion flange. To avoid damage to the joint or boot, do not allow the driveshaft to hang loose on one side.

16. Repeat the above procedure on the other side.





19. Repeat the above procedure on the other side.

20. Secure the rear brake caliper to the side.

CAUTION: Do not place any stress on the brake hose.

21. Repeat the above procedure on the other side.



22. Disconnect the trailing arm mounting bracket from the body.

CAUTION: Ensure that the bushing(s) or insulator(s) are not deformed or left unsupported during this procedure.

23. Repeat the above procedure on the other side.

24. Support the subframe. General equipment: Powertrain Jack



26. Carefully lower the subframe to gain access to the differential ventilation lines.



28. Using outside assistance, remove the rear subframe assembly.

CAUTION: Ensure that no components are pinched/caught.

29.

NOTE: Do not perform further disassembly if the component is removed only for access.

32. Discard the bolts.



33. Discard the bolts.





34. Using outside help, remove the rear subframe.

Installation

• Clean the contact surfaces of the elements.
• Install the subframe with outside help.
• With assistance, check the position and secure the differential.
• Tighten the rear bolts. Tightening torque: 110 Nm
• Tighten the front bolts. Tightening torque: 175 Nm

CAUTION: Use new bolts.

2. Align the suspension arms with the subframe and install the bolts, but do not tighten them fully at this stage.

CAUTION: Use new bolts.

3. Using a special tool, support the subframe.

4. Connect the transmission ventilation lines.

5. With assistance, install the subframe on the body and tighten the bolts. Tightening torque: 175 Nm

Make sure that no components are pinched/caught. Use new bolts.

6. Screw in the stabilizer clamp bolts, but do not tighten them completely yet.

CAUTION: Use new bolts.

7. Connect the electrical connector of the active clutch module.

8. Remove the transmission jack. General equipment: Powertrain Jack

9. Install the trailing arm mounting brackets to the body. Tightening torque: 110 Nm

CAUTION: Use new bolts.

• Clean the contact surfaces of the elements.
• Install the brake caliper support bracket. Tightening torque: 110 Nm
• Repeat the above procedure on the other side of the vehicle.
• Secure the wire and wheel speed sensor. Tightening torque: 5 Nm
• Secure the wire in the clamps.
• Repeat the above procedure on the other side of the vehicle.

CAUTION: Make sure the brake hose is not kinked and is installed in the correct position.

11. Left side: Connect the electrical connector of the height sensor.

• Install and secure the rear shock absorbers.
• Install both mass dampers. Tightening torque: 25 Nm

13. Repeat the above procedure on the other side of the vehicle.

• Clean the contact surfaces of the elements.
• Connect the propeller shaft to the rear flange. Tightening torque: 40 Nm

15. Install the parking brake cables onto the guide tubes.

16. Connect the parking brake cables.

17. Adjust the parking brake. Refer to the procedure: Adjusting the Parking Brake Cable (206-05 Parking Brake and Parking Brake Actuator, General Procedures).

18. Install the rear muffler. Refer to procedure: Exhaust System (309-00B Exhaust System - 2.2L Duratorq - Td4, Removal and Installation).

19. Install the rear quarter trim panels. Refer to procedure: Rear Quarter Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim, Removal and Installation).

20. Install the rear suspension height sensor. Refer to procedure: Rear Suspension Height Sensor (204-05 Vehicle Dynamic Suspension, Removal and Installation).

21. Install the wheel and tire assemblies. Refer to procedure: Wheel and Tire (204-04 Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).



22. Tighten the stabilizer clamp bolts. Tightening torque: 60 Nm

CAUTION: Nuts and bolts must be tightened while the vehicle is supported by the suspension.

23. Tighten the suspension arms to the subframe. Tightening torque: 175 Nm

CAUTION: Nuts and bolts must be tightened while the vehicle is supported by the suspension.

During installation, do not tighten the nuts and bolts until all 4 wheels have been aligned.

24. Perform a complete vehicle geometry check and make appropriate adjustments.