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Body System - Uni-Body, Subframe & Mounting System: Other Ford Kuga II

Frames, Subframes & Crossmembers 5 illustrations ~415 words

Front Subframe

SPECIAL TOOL DESCRIPTION 502-002 (T94P-2100-AH) Alignment Pins, Subframe TKIT-1994-FH/FMH/FLMH TKIT-1994-LMH/MH2 Tie Rod End Remover Transmission Jack

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Scheme 10: Front Subframe

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Scheme 11: Removal

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  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. Refer to: «BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT»(ref-658873-S03187421432014092900000) .
  2. Steering wheel in straight ahead position.
  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).
  4. Refer to: «WHEEL AND TIRE»(ref-658846-S39478507132014092900000) .
  5. If equipped.
  6. If equipped. On both sides.
  7. 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.
  8. 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. Use the General Equipment: Tie Rod End Remover
  9. NOTE: Do not use a prying device to open the slot in the knuckle to separate the lower ball joint from the knuckle assembly. Damage to the knuckle assembly may occur. 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.
  10. NOTE: Do not excessively bend or twist the exhaust flexible pipe. Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage to the exhaust flexible pipe.
  11. NOTE: Index mark the subframe positioning for reference during the installation procedure. Use the General Equipment: Transmission Jack
  12. Use the General Equipment: Transmission Jack

Rear Differential Subframe Bushings

SPECIAL TOOL DESCRIPTION 204-616 Remover/Installer, Rear Drive Unit Bushing (70 mm) TKIT-2006UF-FLM TKIT-2006UF-ROW 204-618 Remover/Installer, Rear Drive Unit Bushing (60 mm) TKIT-2006UF-FLM TKIT-2006UF-ROW 303-420 (T92P-6701-BH) Installer, Crankshaft Front Oil Seal TKIT-1992-FLMH/LMH TKIT-1992-LMH/MH

Rear Subframe

Transmission Jack
Vehicle/Axle Stands

SPECIAL TOOL DESCRIPTION