Frame and Body Mounting
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The frame is bolted to the body and is used to:
- aid in structural support.
- provide mounting surfaces for the rear of the front suspension control arms.
- support the radiator.
- provide a mounting point for the front stabilizer bar.
- provide a mounting point for the No. 2 and No. 3 crossmembers.
The front No. 2 crossmember is bolted to the frame and is used to:
- aid in structural support.
- provide mounting surfaces for the front suspension control arms.
- provide a mounting point for the engine mounts.
The No. 3 crossmember is bolted to the frame and is used to:
- aid in structural support.
- provide mounting surfaces for the rear transmission support insulator.
For the removal and installation of the number 3 crossmember, refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - 4R70E/4R75E article.
For body misalignment and checking, refer to BODY REPAIRS article. Before welding is carried out on the vehicle, refer to BODY REPAIRS article. For frame repair, refer to BODY REPAIRS article.