Removal
Body
The content of this article reflects the changes identified in TSB - TECLTB00278.
Condition Summary:
Situation: The Workshop Manual procedure for removing and refitting the body assembly has been revised. The revised procedure has several steps removed or re-timed, including but not limited to:
^ Bumper renew (front and rear) has been replaced with bumper remove/refit for access.
^ Complete coolant drain has been replaced with bumper remove/refit for access.
^ Shields located under the front wheel arches no longer require removal.
Removal
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Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.
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Some illustrations may show the engine removed for clarity.
All vehicles
1. Remove the battery for access. For additional information, refer to Battery
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RHD illustration shown, LHD is similar.
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9. For additional information, refer to Air Cleaner LH
10. For additional information, refer to Air Cleaner RH
11. For additional information, refer to Coolant Expansion Tank - 5.0L, Vehicles With: Supercharger
12. For additional information, refer to Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging
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Vehicles with active damping
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All vehicles
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CAUTION: Make sure that all openings are sealed. Use new blanking caps.
- Remove and discard the 2 O-ring seals.
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CAUTION: Make sure that all openings are sealed. Use new blanking caps.
- Discard the O-ring seal.
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WARNING: Be prepared to collect escaping fluid.
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21. For additional information, refer to Auxiliary Battery Tray
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CAUTION: Before disconnecting or removing the components, make sure the area around the joint faces and connections are clean. Plug open connections to prevent contamination.
CAUTION: If brake fluid is spilt on the paintwork, the affected area must be immediately washed down with cold water.
- Position an absorbent cloth to collect fluid spillage.
- Disconnect the line union.
- Remove the clip.
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CAUTION: Before disconnecting or removing the components, make sure the area around the joint faces and connections are clean. Plug open connections to prevent contamination.
CAUTION: If brake fluid is spilt on the paintwork, the affected area must be immediately washed down with cold water.
- Position an absorbent cloth to collect fluid spillage.
- Disconnect the line union.
- Remove the clip.
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42. Remove the fuel filler cap.
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CAUTION: Before disconnecting or removing the components, make sure the area around the joint faces and connections are clean. Plug open connections to prevent contamination.
CAUTION: If brake fluid is spilt on the paintwork, the affected area must be immediately washed down with cold water.
- Position an absorbent cloth to collect fluid spillage.
- Disconnect the line union.
- Remove the clip.
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CAUTION: Before disconnecting or removing the components, make sure the area around the joint faces and connections are clean. Plug open connections to prevent contamination.
CAUTION: If brake fluid is spilt on the paintwork, the affected area must be immediately washed down with cold water.
- Position an absorbent cloth to collect fluid spillage.
- Disconnect the line union.
- Remove the clip.
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CAUTION: Note the fitted position of the seal.
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- Remove and discard the bolt.
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58. Lower the vehicle.
59. Remove and discard the 10 body mount bolts.
- Remove the 10 spacing washers.
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CAUTION: To prevent the body becoming unstable when raised from the integrated body frame, install the vehicle tie down straps.
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Note the fitted position of the body mounts.
Using an assistant raise and support the body.
- Remove the body mounts.
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