Thread on Subframe Mounting: Overview

Overview

Observe safety precautions.

• Subframe is already removed.

• In the example, thread repair on this vehicle is described for left front retaining bracket for subframe and is to be employed at the other 3 retaining brackets accordingly as necessary.

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Thread repair set M 12x1.5 (VAS 6058)

• Drill (VAS 6267)






1 Front Longitudinal Member

2 Threaded Plate (Welded Into Subframe Retaining Bracket)

• The threaded plate is not a replacement part and can be serviced only one time if damaged.

• If damaged once again, the retaining bracket must be replaced. Replace retaining bracket. Refer to => [ Subframe Bracket ] Subframe Bracket.

3 Subframe Retaining Bracket (Welded To The Longitudinal Member)

4 Helicoil Thread Insert