Front Subframe - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) - I4 2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) - MI4 2.5L Duratec (125kW/170PS): Installation
- Partially raise the subframe and position it to the vehicle. Use Special Service Tool: 300-OTC1585AE Powertrain Lift. Use the General Equipment: Wooden Block
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NOTE: Align reference marks made during removal.
Finger tight at this stage. Install the new forward front subframe bolts.
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- Finger tight at this stage. Install the new rearward front subframe bolts.
- Finger tight at this stage. Install the bracket bolts.
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NOTE: While tightening the subframe bolts, make sure the front subframe does not move.
Tighten the new forward front subframe bolts.
Torque: 173 lb.ft (235 Nm)
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NOTE: While tightening the subframe bolts, make sure the front subframe does not move.
- Install the new rearward front subframe bolts.
Torque: Stage 1: 76 lb.ft (103 Nm) | Stage 2: 270°
- Tighten the bracket bolts.
Torque: 44 lb.ft (60 Nm)
- Install the new rearward front subframe bolts.
- All except 1.5L EcoBoost. Position the EPAS gear harness, clip the harness retainers and connect the electrical connectors.
- 1.5L EcoBoost. Position the EPAS gear harness, clip the harness retainers and connect the electrical connectors.
- If equipped. Install the exhaust support bracket bolts.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
- Install the cross brace and the retainers.
Torque: 33 lb.ft (45 Nm)
- If equipped. Position and clip the electrical harness.
- Install the roll restrictor bolt.
Material: Motorcraft® Threadlock 262 / TA-26 (WSK-M2G351-A6)
Torque: 85 lb.ft (115 Nm)
- Connect the lower ball joint to the wheel knuckle and install the new ball joint pinch bolt and nut.
Torque: 76 lb.ft (103 Nm)
- On both sides. Connected the front suspension height sensor electrical connectors. Position the bracket and install the bolt.
Torque: 177 lb.in (20 Nm)
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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. Position the stabilizer bar links and install the new stabilizer bar link lower nut.
Torque: 85 lb.ft (115 Nm)
- On both sides. Connect the tie rod end to the wheel knuckle and install the new tie rod end nut.
Torque: 111 lb.ft (150 Nm)
- Position the radiator core support and install the retainers.
Torque: 177 lb.in (20 Nm)
- If equipped. Install the underbody air deflector, retainers and bolts.
- If equipped. Install the underbody air deflector, retainers and bolts.
- If equipped. Install the front air deflectors and retainers.
- If equipped. Install the underbody shield and the retainers.
- If equipped. Install the underbody shield and the retainers.
- Install the wheels and tires. Refer to: Wheel and Tire .
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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).
Position the steering shaft coupler and install the new steering shaft coupler bolt.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
- Install the upper radiator grommets.
- Install the radiator sight shield and the retainers.
- Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
- Check and if necessary adjust front toe. Refer to: Front Toe Adjustment .
- Calibrate the suspension system. Connect the scan tool and carry out the Ride Height Calibration routine. Follow the scan tool directions.