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Crossmember - Number 2: Removal

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CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect the performance of vital components and systems and their failure can result in major repair expense. A new part with the same part number must be installed if installation is necessary. Do not use a new part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.
  1. Remove the generator. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION article.
  2. Remove the 4 pin-type retainers and the radiator sight shield.
  3. Install the engine support bar.
    4. Fig 1: Identifying Engine Support Bar
    GF0013531Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Disconnect the RH ABS electrical connectors.
    5. Fig 2: Locating RH Anti-Lock Braking System Electrical Connectors
    GF0018699Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Disconnect the LH ABS electrical connectors.
    6. Fig 3: Locating LH Anti-Lock Braking System Electrical Connectors
    GF0018700Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    WARNING: Shut off the electrical power to the air suspension system prior to hoisting or jacking an air suspension equipped vehicle. Failure to do so may result in unexpected inflation or deflation of the air springs, which may result in shifting of the vehicle during these operations. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
  6. Remove the LH and RH front wheel and tire assemblies. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL & INSTALLATION article.
    7. CAUTION: Do not allow the intermediate shaft to rotate while it is disconnected from the steering gear or damage to the clockspring can result. If there is evidence that the intermediate shaft has rotated, the clockspring must be removed and recentered. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION article.
  7. Remove the bolt and detach the intermediate shaft from the steering gear.
  8. Remove the 2 nuts and the 2 bolts from the LH No. 2 crossmember bracket and the 2 nuts and the 2 bolts from the RH No. 2 crossmember bracket.
    • Separate the No. 2 crossmember brackets from the crossmember.
  9. Raise and support the vehicle.
  10. Remove the 2 engine mount nuts.
    11. NOTE: The hex-holding feature can be used to prevent turning of the stud while removing the nut.
  11. Remove the 2 nuts and disconnect the LH and RH stabilizer bar links.
    12. NOTE: The hex-holding feature can be used to prevent turning of the stud while removing the nut.
  12. Remove the 2 nuts and disconnect the LH and RH outer tie-rods ends.
  13. Remove the 2 bolts and position the LH and RH brake hose brackets assemblies aside.
    14. Fig 4: Locating LH And RH Brake Hose Brackets
    GF0018701Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Remove the 4 bolts and position the LH and RH brake calipers aside.
    • Support the brake calipers away from the number 2 crossmember.
  15. Position the front LH and RH ABS harness aside.
    1. Release the 2 ABS harnesses from the support bracket.
    2. Remove the 2 bolts and the brackets.
    3. Remove the 2 harness retainers from the frame.
    16. Fig 5: ABS Harnesses Support Bracket & Bolt
    GF0013535Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Remove the 2 steering gear nuts.
  17. Remove the 2 studs and position the steering gear aside.
    • Support the steering gear away from the No. 2 crossmember.
    18. Fig 6: Supporting Steering Gear Away
    GF0018702Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  18. Release the brake line from the retaining clips at the rear of the No. 2 crossmember.
    19. Fig 7: Locating Brake Line
    GF0018703Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  19. Lower the vehicle.
  20. Using the engine support bar, raise the engine to remove the engine weight from the No. 2 crossmember.
  21. Raise and support the vehicle.
  22. Remove the 3 LH lower control arm and 3 RH lower control arm rear mounting bolts.
  23. Position a suitable support table under the No. 2 crossmember.
  24. Remove the 4 No. 2 crossmember bolts.
  25. Lower and remove the No. 2 crossmember assembly.
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