2. Install the motor in the mounting position as described in Section Removal and installation the oil pan in the Chapter Engine.
3. Remove the steering gear from the front suspension beam without disconnecting the power steering lines (see section Removal and installation of the power steering gear).
4. Remove the engine sump guard and disconnect the left and right engine mounts from the front axle cross member (see chapter Engine). For the M57 engine, disconnect the left and right consoles from the front axle cross member.
5. Disconnect the left and right wishbones from the front axle beam.
When installing on the left and right sides, install washers (1), use new self-locking nuts.
6. Remove the pendulum arm.
When installing, use a new self-locking nut.
7. Remove the heat shields and body reinforcements on the left and right sides. Disconnect the cable from the positive terminal of the battery. If necessary, disconnect the oil line from the front axle beam.
8. Remove the suspension arm brace.
When installing, install the washer (1) and use a new self-locking nut.
9. Disconnect the anti-roll bar from its strut. Loosen the nut and disconnect the transverse steering rod from the steering knuckle and from the steering knuckle using puller No.32 1 190.
When installing, use a new self-locking nut.
10. Remove the bolts on the left and right sides and remove the front axle beam. Disconnect the anti-roll bar from the beam.
11. Installation is carried out in the reverse order. After finishing the work, check the installation angles of the front wheels. When installing a new beam, the steering knuckle should be adjusted.
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