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Crossmember - Number 2: Installation

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    NOTE: Position the sway bar and the rear bushing plates into place as the No. 2 crossmember is being raised.
  1. Raise and position the No. 2 crossmember assembly.
  2. Install the 4 No. 2 crossmember bolts.
    • Tighten to 250 Nm (184 lb-ft).
  3. Position the LH and RH No. 2 crossmember brackets.
  4. Remove the support table.
    5. CAUTION: The bolts must be tightened in the sequence shown in illustration or damage to the crossmember bracket may occur.
  5. Install the LH and RH No. 2 crossmember bracket nuts and bolts.
    1. Tighten the rear bolt.
      • Tighten to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft).
    2. Tighten the front bolt.
      • Tighten to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft).
    3. Tighten the nuts.
      • Tighten to 200 Nm (148 lb-ft).
    6. Fig 1: Crossmember No. 2 Tightening Sequence
    GF0013538Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the 3 LH lower control arm and 3 RH lower control arm rear mounting bolts.
    • Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
  7. Position the brake line into the retaining clips at the rear of the No. 2 crossmember.
    8. Fig 2: Locating Brake Line
    GF0018703Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Install the LH and RH ABS harness.
    1. Install the 2 harness retainers into the frame.
    2. Install the 2 brackets and bolts.
    3. Install the 2 ABS harnesses into the support brackets.
    9. Fig 3: ABS Harnesses Support Bracket & Bolt
    GF0013535Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Position the LH and RH brake calipers and install the 4 bolts.
    • Tighten to 32 Nm (24 lb-ft).
  10. Position the LH and RH brake hose and brackets and install the 2 bolts.
    11. Fig 4: Locating LH And RH Brake Hose Brackets
    GF0018701Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Position the steering gear and install the 2 steering gear studs.
    • Tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
    12. Fig 5: Supporting Steering Gear Away
    GF0018702Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Install the 2 steering gear nuts.
    • Tighten to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft).
    13. NOTE: The hex-holding feature can be used to prevent turning of the stud while installing the nut.
  13. Position the LH and RH stabilizer bar links and install the 2 nuts.
    • Install new nuts.
    • Tighten to 63 Nm (46 lb-ft).
    14. NOTE: The hex-holding feature can be used to prevent turning of the stud while installing the nut.
  14. Position the LH and RH tie-rod ends and install the 2 nuts.
    • Install new nuts.
    • Tighten to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
  15. Lower the vehicle.
  16. Connect the intermediate shaft to the steering gear and install the bolt.
    • Tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
  17. Remove the engine support bar.
    18. Fig 6: Identifying Engine Support Bar
    GF0013531Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  18. Install the LH and RH front wheel and tire assemblies. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL & INSTALLATION article.
  19. Connect the RH ABS electrical connectors.
    20. Fig 7: Locating RH Anti-Lock Braking System Electrical Connectors
    GF0018699Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  20. Connect the LH ABS electrical connectors.
    21. Fig 8: Locating LH Anti-Lock Braking System Electrical Connectors
    GF0018700Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  21. Install the generator. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION article.
  22. Position the radiator sight shield and install the 4 pin-type retainers.
  23. Raise and support the vehicle.
  24. Install the 2 engine mount nuts.
    • Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
  25. Check the front end alignment and adjust as necessary. For additional information, refer to GENERAL PROCEDURES article.
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