Rear subframe mounts

[Dean]

Does anyone know how these come off, ive dropped the rear subframe ready for paint but there is rust between the mounting and the body of the car, i want to take the mounting off to sort it out but instead of bolts there are just domed rivet type things, anyone know how they come off?

D

[Peter.N.]

Hi Dean

I have the same problem as I suspect one of mine is suspect but had not got as far as close examination. I suppose they are riveted on unless they are studs and you can get to them from above somehow.

Peter

[xmexclusive]

The nuts are on the other end of the bolts.
Clear the boot and you will find two pairs of black plastic caps.
Remove the caps and use a socket on an extension bar to undo the nuts.

John

[robert_e_smart]

Lift the boot carpet. And there will be 4 rubber plugs, pop them out, and a 13mm long reach socket to undo the 4 bolts holding the 2 mounts onto the body.

These are what I undo when dropping subframes from cars, no corrosion, and easy to undo!

EDIT: As John says!

[Dean]

John/Robert that is the best bit of news ive had all week thankyou, wonder why there is no head on the bolt under the car then, its just completely round..............

D

[Peter.N.]

Thanks John/Robert I thought that might be the case but didn't know where to look.

Peter