Subframe - Rear: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Mariner and 2010 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
All vehicles
- With an assistant, position the rear subframe and install the bolts.
- To install, tighten the rear bolts to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
- To install, tighten the front bolts to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
- Install a new exhaust hanger on the subframe.
- Position the 4 rear control arms into the subframe.
- Loosely install the bolts.
- Install the rear stabilizer bar link upper nuts.
- Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
Vehicles with AWD
- Install the rear axle assembly. For additional information, refer to
AXLE ASSEMBLY
.
All vehicles
- Tighten the 4 rear control arms bolts.
- Tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
NOTE:
The vehicle must be at ride height before tightening the bolts.