Front Subframe - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) - I4 2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) - MI4 2.5L Duratec (125kW/170PS): Removal

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.

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 .
Steering wheel in straight ahead position.

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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).

Remove and discard the steering column shaft coupler bolt and separate the coupler from the steering shaft.

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Remove the retainers and the radiator sight shield.

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Remove the upper radiator grommets.

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Remove the wheels and tires. Refer to: Wheel and Tire .
If equipped. Remove the retainers and the underbody shield.

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If equipped. Remove the retainers and the underbody shield.

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If equipped. Remove the front air deflectors.

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If equipped. Remove the retainers, bolts, and underbody air deflector.

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If equipped. Remove the retainers, bolts, and underbody air deflector.

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NOTE: Index-mark the subframe for reference during installation.

On both sides. Mark the position of front subframe.

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NOTE: Index-mark the subframe for reference during installation.

On both sides. Mark the position of front subframe.

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NOTE: Support the radiator.

Remove the retainers and remove the radiator core support.

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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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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 position aside the stabilizer bar link.

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NOTE: The front suspension height sensor must be disconnected from the lower control arm prior to servicing suspension components or damage to the suspension height sensor and/or the vehicle dynamic suspension system may occur. The sensor will need to be recalibrated after reassembly.

On both sides. Disconnected the front suspension height sensor electrical connectors. Remove the bolt and position the bracket aside.

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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 ball joint pinch bolt and nut and separate the ball joint from the wheel knuckle.

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Remove the roll restrictor bolt.

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If equipped. Unclip and position aside the electrical harness.

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Remove the retainers and remove the cross brace.

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If equipped. Remove the exhaust support bracket bolts.

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All except 1.5L EcoBoost. Disconnect the EPAS gear electrical connectors and unclip the harness retainers and position the harness aside.

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1.5L EcoBoost. Disconnect the EPAS gear electrical connectors and unclip the harness retainers and position the harness aside.

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Position a powertrain lift under the front 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 front subframe bolts.
2. Remove the bracket bolts.
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Remove and discard the forward front subframe bolts.

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Lower the subframe. Use Special Service Tool: 300-OTC1585AE Powertrain Lift. Use the General Equipment: Wooden Block

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