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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009CORVETTE V8-7.0LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMEFRAMECROSS-MEMBERSERVICE AND REPAIRFRONT CROSSMEMBER BOLT REPLACEMENT
2009 Chevrolet Corvette V8-7.0L
Front Crossmember Bolt Replacement
2009 Chevrolet Corvette V8-7.0LSECTION Front Crossmember Bolt Replacement
Front Crossmember Bolt Replacement
Removal Procedure
1.Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2.Use hand tools to remove the nut from the bolt that you are replacing.
3.Lower the vehicle.
4.Open the hood.
5.Use snap ring pliers to remove the spring clip.
6.Remove the bolt.
Installation Procedure
Note:Verify that you have selected a bolt of the proper length.
1.Install the crossmember bolt.
2.Use snap ring pliers to install the spring clip.
3.Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Caution:Refer to Fastener Caution .
4.Install a new nut to the crossmember bolt and tighten the nut with hand tools and tighten to110 N �m (81 lb ft).
5.Lower the vehicle.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.