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Transmission Support CROSSMEMBER: Removal

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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Install a suitable high-lift transmission jack.
  3. Remove the two wire harness retainers from the rear crossmember and position the wire harness out of the way.
    Fig 1: Identifying Retaining Clips At Rear Of Crossmember
    G03889060Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the LH crossmember nuts.
    Fig 2: Removing LH Crossmember Nuts
    G03889061Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the LH crossmember bracket.
    Fig 3: Locating LH Crossmember Bracket
    G03889062Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the RH crossmember nuts.
    Fig 4: Removing RH Crossmember Nuts
    G03889063Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Remove the RH crossmember bracket.
    Fig 5: Locating RH Crossmember Bracket
    G03889064Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the rear transmission mount nuts and the rear crossmember.
    Fig 6: Identifying Transmission Support Insulator Nuts
    G03889099Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.