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Frame Extension - Stub Frame, Front: Removal

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NOTE: The LH side of the front stub frame extension is shown, the RH side is similar.
  1. Prepare the vehicle for front stub frame extension removal.
    1. Remove the front bumper/body.
    2. Vehicles with automatic transmission, remove the transmission. For additional information, refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - TORQSHIFT .
    3. Vehicles with manual transmission, remove the transmission. For additional information, refer to FOUR- WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEMS or TRANSFER CASE .
    4. Remove the engine. For additional information, refer to ENGINE - 5.4L (3V) , ENGINE - 6.8L (3V) or ENGINE - 6.0L DIESEL .
    5. Remove the exhaust system components as necessary to access the front stub-to-reinforcement rivets. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM .
    6. Remove the power steering gear and any steering components attached to the frame. For additional information, refer to POWER STEERING .
    7. Vehicles with 4-wheel drive, remove the front drive axle. For additional information, refer to FRONT DRIVE AXLE/DIFFERENTIAL .
    8. Vehicles with 2-wheel drive, remove the front axle. For additional information, refer to FRONT SUSPENSION - 4X2 .
    9. Remove all suspension components attached to the front stub frames including the front leaf spring rear shackle bracket or the radius arm pivot bracket. For additional information, refer to FRONT SUSPENSION - 4X2 or FRONT SUSPENSION - 4X4 .
    2. CAUTION: Before this step is carried out, the reinforcement and surrounding frame area must be correctly prepared. For additional information, refer to Rivet Replacement  in this article.
    Fig 1: Locating Rivets (1 Of 2)
    G03912159Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    Fig 2: Locating Rivets (1 Of 2)
    G03912160Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Remove and discard the rivets used to secure the side rail reinforcements to the front stub frame and rear side rail. Separate the weld joints. For additional information, refer to Rivet Replacement  in this article.
  3. Remove the front stub assembly and the side rail reinforcement at the joint.
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