Removal and Installation

1. If removing the subframe bushing or subframe damper assembly, raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
2. If removing the subframe, disconnect the battery. For additional information, refer to BATTERY & CHARGING SYSTEM .
3. If removing the subframe, install the special tool.
   Fig 1: Removing Subframe

   Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
4. If removing the subframe, install the special tool.
   Fig 2: Installing Special Tool

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5. If removing the subframe, remove the front wheel and tire assemblies. For additional information, refer to SUSPENSION SYSTEM .
6. If removing the subframe, remove the dual converter Y-pipe. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM .
7. Remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.

   To remove individual parts, only carry out the listed steps: 

   Part	Steps
   Subframe	1-7, 9, 10
   Subframe bushing	7, 8, 10
   Subframe damper assembly	13-15

   Item	Part Number	Description
   l	W709407-S426	Lower ball joint bolts (two required) Removal Note Installation Note
   2	N807144-S427	Lower ball joint nuts (two required)
   3	N807144-S427	Stabilizer link nuts (two required) Removal Note
   4	W705605-S301	Engine mount nuts {two required)
   5	W705605-S301	Transmission mount nut
   6	W520215	Steering gear nuts (two required)
   7	W709528-S439	Subframe mount bolts and washer assembly {four required) Removal Note
   8	5N355	Subframe bushing kit Removal Note Installation Note
   9	5N354	Front subframe kit Removal Note
   10	5C148	Body mount (four required)
   11	W709453-S300	Pin-type retainer {two required)
   12	1SA262	Splash shield
   13	N801921-S301	Subframe damper bolts {two required)
   14	W705047-S426	Subframe damper nut
   15	3C156	Subframe damper assembly

   Fig 3: Subframe Damper Assembly Components With Torque Specification

   Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Item 1: Lower Ball Joint Bolts Removal Note 

1. Make sure to hold the bolt when removing the nut.

Item 3: Stabilizer Link Nuts Removal Note 

1. Rotate the stabilizer bar as the subframe is lowered to clear the steering gear.

Item 7: Subframe Mount Bolts and Washer Assembly Removal Note 

1. Support the subframe with a suitable support.

Item 8: Subframe Bushing Kit Removal Note 

1. Press the front subframe bushing from the subframe.
2. If required to repair the subframe, the subframe bushings may be removed and reinstalled.

Item 9: Front Subframe Kit Removal Note 

1. Release the front and rear O2 sensor connector locators from the frame.
2. Position the power steering cooler line aside.
   1. Remove the two bolts.
   2. Release the power steering cooler line locator.
      Fig 4: Power Steering Cooler Line Bolts With Torque Specification

      Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
   3. Lower the subframe 101.6 mm (4 in) to disconnect the lower ball joint from the steering knuckle.
   4. If a new subframe is being installed, transfer components to the new subframe.

   Item 8: Subframe Bushing Kit Installation Note 

   1. Apply general purpose grease to both sides of the new subframe bushing before installation.
   2. Make sure that the subframe bushing split line is facing forward before installation.
   3. Press the front subframe bushing into the subframe.

   Item 1: Lower Ball Joint Bolts Installation Note 

   1. Make sure to hold the bolt when installing the nut.