Subframe - Rear: Removal

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

NOTE: Suspension and subframe fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital parts and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. Do not use a replacement 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.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Vehicles with all All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
Remove the rear axle assembly. For additional information, refer to AXLE ASSEMBLY .
All vehicles
Remove the rear stabilizer bar link upper nuts.
Remove the 4 bolts and position the 4 rear control arms aside.

Fig 1: Locating Rear Control Arms Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove and discard the exhaust hanger from the subframe.

Fig 2: Locating Exhaust Hanger
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
With an assistant, remove the 4 bolts and the rear subframe.