Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .

Fig 1: Identifying Stabilizer Links
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Disconnect the stabilizer links from the stabilizer shaft.
Swing the stabilizer shaft upwards in order to gain additional clearance.

Fig 2: Identifying Transmission Mount-To-Bracket Through Bolt & Transmission Mount-To-Frame Bolts
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Remove the transmission mount-to-bracket through bolt (2).
Remove the transmission mount-to-frame bolts (3).
Remove the transmission mount (1) from the vehicle. Position mount between the transaxle and power steering rack in order to remove mount through the left wheel opening.