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Front Subframe: Removal

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NOTE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Tighten fasteners as specified.
  1. NOTE: Disconnect the battery ground cable anytime the steering gear is being serviced or damage to the steering gear internal power relay may occur resulting in steering gear replacement.

    Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .

  2. Hold the steering wheel in straight-ahead position. Use the General Equipment: Steering Wheel Holder
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  3. WARNING: Do not reuse steering column shaft bolts. This may result in fastener failure and steering column shaft detachment or loss of steering control. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s).

    Remove and discard the steering shaft coupler bolt and detach the steering shaft.

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  4. Remove the retainers and the upper air deflector.
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  5. Support the cooling module.

    1. Remove the upper cooling module support brackets.
    2. Using zip ties or mechanics wire through the upper location holes support the cooling module.

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  6. Remove the wheels and tires. Refer to: Wheel and Tire .
  7. If equipped. Remove the retainers and the under body shield.
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  8. If equipped. Remove the retainers and the dual under body shields.
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  9. If equipped. Remove the retainers and the center under body shield.
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  10. If equipped. Remove the retainers and the floor pan under body shields.
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  11. Remove the retainers and the front under body shield.
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  12. On both sides. Index-mark the subframe for reference during installation.
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  13. On both sides. Index-mark the subframe for reference during installation.
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  14. Remove the retainers and the radiator core support.
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  15. NOTE: Do not use a hammer to separate the outer tie-rod end from the wheel knuckle or damage to the wheel knuckle may result.
    NOTE: Use care when installing the tie rod separator or damage to the outer tie-rod end boot may occur.

    On both sides. Remove and discard the tie rod end nut and separate the tie rod end from the wheel knuckle. Use the General Equipment: Tie Rod End Remover

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  16. NOTE: The stabilizer bar links are designed with low friction ball joints that have a low breakaway torque.
    NOTE: Use the hex-holding feature to prevent the ball stud from turning while removing or installing the stabilizer bar link nut.

    On both sides. Remove and discard the stabilizer bar link lower nut and separate the stabilizer bar link from the stabilizer bar.

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  17. NOTE: Do not use a prying device or separator fork between the ball joint and the wheel knuckle. Damage to the ball joint or ball joint seal may result. Only use the pry bar by inserting it into the lower arm body opening.
    NOTE: Use care when releasing the lower arm and wheel knuckle into the resting position or damage to the ball joint seal may occur.

    On both sides. Remove and discard the lower ball joint pinch bolt and separate the lower ball joint from the wheel knuckle.

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  18. Remove the roll restrictor bolt.
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  19. NOTE: 2.7L GTDI vehicle shown, others similar.

    Remove the retainers and the front crossmember brace.

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  20. Vehicles with 2.7L EcoBoost. Remove the exhaust flexible pipe. Refer to: Exhaust Flexible Pipe .
  21. Vehicles with 3.5L Duratec. Remove the exhaust Y-pipe. Refer to: Exhaust Y-Pipe .
  22. If equipped. Remove the retainers and the exhaust support bracket.
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  23. Disconnect the body harness pushpin from the front of the subframe.
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  24. Remove the retainers and the steering gear heat shield.
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  25. NOTE: All except 2.0L EcoBoost.

    Disconnect the EPAS electrical connectors and unclip the harness.

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  26. NOTE: 2.0L EcoBoost.

    Disconnect the EPAS electrical connectors and unclip the harness.

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  27. Position the powertrain lift under the subframe. Use Special Service Tool: 300-OTC1585AE Powertrain Lift. Use the General Equipment: Wooden Block
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    1. Remove and discard the rearward subframe bolts.
    2. Remove the bolts and the subframe brackets.
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  29. Remove and discard the forward subframe bolts.
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  30. Lower the subframe assembly from the vehicle. Use Special Service Tool: 300-OTC1585AE Powertrain Lift. Use the General Equipment: Wooden Block
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