Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual - part 831

Fig. 25: Removing The Transmission Lower Mounts Nuts 

41. Remove the both mid-mounts. 

 

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Fig. 26: Removing The Both Mid-Mounts 

42. Make the appropriate reference lines (A) at both ends of the subframe (B) that line up with the edge (C) 

 

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of the stiffeners (D). 

Fig. 27: Making Reference Lines At Both Ends Of The Subframe That Line Up With The Edge Of 
The Stiffeners 

43. Attach the special tool to the subframe with hanging the hook of the special tool over the front of the 

subframe, then tighten the special tool screw. 

 

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Fig. 28: Attaching Special Tool To The Subframe 

44. Raise the jack and line up the slots in the arms with the bolt holes on the corner of the jack base, then 

attach them with bolts securely.  

45. Remove the four bolts securing the stiffeners (A), and four bolts securing the front subframe (B). Lower 

the front subframe while sliding the steering gearbox (C) out to clear the gearbox mounting bracket (D) 
on the subframe. 

 

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