Also just wanted to mention that the rack and pinion had a heat shroud around it on the passenger side that was attached by two plastic retaining clips to the subframe. Just pry them off the subframe and you will be able to separate the rack from the subframe with use of a small pry bar. 👌

So I was able to get the subframe back in today by myself. I'm certain it would be much easier with an extra set of hands however if you're by yourself what I did was place a bar over the engine compartment. I placed the bar on pads so they did not scratch the paint. I then attached a ratchet strap to the bar and around the subframe. I then lifted the subframe up to the rear of the powertrain and muffler using the ratchet strap and a jack. Once the subframe was high enough I was able to climb underneath. I was not able to exert enough force downward on the muffler and powertrain to get the subframe up in position. I then used a 2 x 4 from the passenger side and passed it through the fender well and was able to lift up on the 2 by 4 enough to tilt the engine enough on the two remaining motor mounts to get clearance for the subframe. I used a small ladder to hold the 2 by 4 in position. Getting the subframe in final position along with the rack and pinion and the transmission amount required an additional ratchet strap. The problem I was having was as I advanced the subframe the rack and pinion would slip out from underneath the subframe but once the rack and pinion was ratchet strapped to the subframe I was able to line up the transmission mounts as well as the final subframe mounts. I bought a new aftermarket subframe on Amazon. My recommendations would be to find a good used subframe from salvage or just go ahead and buy an oem subframe. The aftermarket subframe that I bought was bent when I received it. I lost a couple hours straightening the frame and painting it and getting the bolt holes to line up. It was doable but not worth the aggravation. The aftermarket subframe was not even close to the quality of the original equipment. The subframe was made in China. I'm not sure of the quality of the steel or the welds but I guess if I have to do it again in the future I already know how to do it. I have not seen any KZfaq videos on the installation of the subframe using Jeremy removal recommendations. Most videos recommend pulling the rack and pinion as a unit as well as the entire exhaust including the y pipes. I did take pictures and some video of the installation but have never posted on KZfaq before so I just wanted to share here in the comments in case someone is reading it. I encourage anyone who has a rusted out subframe to watch Jeremy's video and read the comments and you will be able to replace your subframe. Best of luck and thanks again Jeremy

Also fyi you cannot order these bolts from the dealer anymore. You have to match them aftermarket

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Completely 💯 agree. Hopefully this video gets more people pre-tripping before they drive their own vehicles.

I supported the oil pan with a jack and 2x10 board when I did mine. The subframe install/remove isn't that bad, but for me getting the rusty exhaust off was a nightmare. Also, when you drop the driveshaft, keep the long bolts partially inserted so you don't get a face full of 1" balls and grease

No I didn't actually. I left the other mounts attached at the top. I also had to push up on the engine in order to remove the subframe through the rear. It took me about 2 hours to do the work on mine but much longer to get the part from the scrap yard since I didn't have access to air or electricity for power tools. All in all maybe a week to do all the work.

$600 vs. $35 lol

Right! New k-frame was about $600 for an aftermarket! The one I got from the salvage yard was $35! It pays off to know how to work on your own vehicles and home repairs. On that note I'll be adding more home repair videos as well.

Lucky the bolts @the manifold were not seized on and it didn't even require heat to remove bolts. I always use copper devil on exhaust fasteners so next time I have to remove it won't be another job in itself. But the rest of the exhaust was attached with hangers.