OEM 2008 Scion xD Front Cross-Member

2008 Scion xD Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to install the Front Cross-Member on 2008 Scion xD?

  A: The front suspension member installation process begins with attaching the front suspension member dumper weight that requires torquing 2 bolts to 32 Nm (326 kgf-cm, 24 ft-lbf). You should install the engine moving control rod which goes with bolts for automatic and manual transaxle systems and set the bolt with 100 Nm (1020 kgf-cm, 74 ft-lbf) torque once you loosely tighten the transaxle part. The front lower suspension arm sub-assemblies for both sides should be temporarily fastened while you install the engine moving control rod cover with its two clips. Continue the installation by placing the front stabilizer bar followed by the two front stabilizer brackets (No.1 LH and RH) according to the left-hand procedure. Use 2 bolts with 2 nuts to install the power steering gear onto the front suspension crossmember before torquing both the bolt to 96 Nm (979 kgf-cm, 71 ft-lbf) while avoiding the nut from turning. Place the front suspension crossmember on a transmission jack then haltingly install it to the body chassis through 6 bolts. Installation of bolt A, B and C requires using Special Service Tool 09670-00011 in the datum holes of the front suspension crossmembers RH and LH alternately while ensuring vertical tool positioning. Tighten these bolts to specific torques of 70 Nm (714 kgf-cm, 52 ft-lbf), 160 Nm (1631 kgf-cm, 118 ft-lbf), and 95 Nm (969 kgf-cm, 70 ft-lbf). Proceed with front lower suspension arm sub-assembly installation for both sides and front stabilizer link assembly installation for both sides using this same method. Use the approved method to install the engine moving control rod with its bolt tightened up to 120 Nm (1224 kgf-cm, 89 ft-lbf). Install the tie rod end parts for both sides of the vehicle and assemble the No. 1 steering column hole with clips A and B so the lip remains intact. Set the matchmarks correctly for installing the steering sliding yoke onto the intermediate shaft by tightening it to 35 Nm (360 kgf-cm, 26 ft-lbf). You must install the silencer sheet at the column hole cover using two clips after installing the floor carpet. Stabilize the suspension by having the front wheels straight ahead while torquing the front wheel joint to 103 Nm (1050 kgf-cm, 76 ft-lbf). Proceed with installing the front air shutter seal RH as well as the windshield wiper motor and link followed by the cowl top ventilator louvers for both sides and the hood to cowl top seal then the front wiper arm head cap as part of the front wiper arm and blade assemblies (LH and RH). Secure the hood sub-assembly with 4 bolts using pre-tightening and make the necessary adjustments before final tightening. Position the front wheels straight ahead before inspecting and adjusting front wheel alignment and checking the ABS speed sensor signal as well as the VSC sensor signal.