Body System - Uni-Body, Subframe & Mounting System: Other Ford Mustang V рестайлинг 2

Subframe and Mounting Systems

Underbody misalignment can affect front and rear wheel alignment, the operation of the suspension parts and drivetrain operation. Window glass cracks, door and window opening concerns, and air or water leaks at the doors are often caused by improperly tightened bolts and body misalignment.

Every structural member and outer panel is designed to offer the maximum protection in the event of a collision.

The front subframe is bolted to the body and is used to

1. aid in structural support.
2. provide mounting surfaces for the front suspension control arms.
3. provide a mounting point for the engine isolators.
4. provide a mounting surface for the steering gear.

The front crossmember is bolted to the body and is used to

1. aid in structural support.
2. provide a mounting surface for the front stabilizer bar.
3. support the radiator, cooling fan and evaporator.

The crossmember brace is bolted to the front subframe and front crossmember. It is used to aid in structural support.

The rear support braces are

1. used to aid in structural support.
2. designed to aid in protection in the event of a collision.
3. designed to aid stability in handling.
4. equipped on convertible models only.

The transmission crossmember is bolted to the body and is used to

1. aid in structural support.
2. provide a mounting surface for the transmission support insulator.
3. support the transmission.

For body dimension specifications, refer to BODY REPAIRS .

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1. Refer to the procedures and/or exploded views in this service information for any Warnings, Notices, Notes, Materials, Specifications, and Special Tools. Items in the exploded views may not be listed in order of removal.

Subframe and Components - Exploded View, Front

1. For additional information, refer to the appropriate procedures.

Subframe - Front, 3.7L

SPECIAL TOOLS Powertrain Lift Table 014-00765 Tie-Rod End Remover 211-001 (TOOL-3290-D or equivalent) Eye, Engine Lift 303-1245 Lift Eye, RH Front 303-1529 Support Bar, Engine 303-F072

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1. NOTE: Automatic transmission shown in illustration, manual transmission similar. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to «JACKING & LIFTING»(ref-574118) .
2. Remove the 2 steering column dash boot bearing nuts.
3. NOTE: Use a steering wheel holding device (such as Hunter® 28-75-1 or equivalent). Using a suitable holding device, hold the steering wheel In the straight-ahead position.
4. NOTE: LH shown in illustration, RH similar. If equipped, remove the 4 nuts (2 shown in illustration) and the strut tower cross brace.
5. If equipped, detach the 2 retainers and remove the engine appearance cover.
6. NOTE: RH shown in illustration, LH similar. Remove the RH and LH engine mount-to-engine bracket mount nuts.
7. Remove the nut from the rear LH valve cover stud bolt and position the generator wiring harness bracket aside.
8. Install the LH engine lift eye.
9. Install the RH front engine lift eye.
10. Remove the 8 pin-type retainers and the radiator sight shield.
11. Remove the 2 bolts and the RH radiator support bracket.
12. NOTE: Do not position the legs of the Engine Support Bar on the fenders, instead, position the legs on the body structure near the suspension strut tower. Failure to follow these instructions may result in body damage. Install the Engine Support Bar.
13. Remove the front tires and wheels. For additional information, Refer to «WHEELS AND TIRES»(ref-574121) .
14. Remove the 9 bolts and the lower air deflector.
15. Disconnect the outer LH and RH tie-rod ends. Remove and discard the tie-rod end nut. Using the Tie-Rod End Remover, disconnect the tie-rod end from the wheel knuckle.
16. Disconnect the lower control arm. Remove and discard the lower ball joint nut and bolt. Separate the lower control arm from the wheel spindle.
17. NOTE: RH shown in illustration, LH similar. Loosen the 2 nuts for the crossmember brace.
18. NOTE: RH shown in illustration, LH similar. Remove the 6 bolts (2 shown in illustration), slide the crossmember forward and remove.
19. Disconnect the 2 Electronic Power Assist Steering (EPAS) electrical connectors.
20. Detach the 2 EPAS wiring harness pin-type retainers.
21. Remove the steering shaft pinch bolt and disconnect the steering shaft.
22. Mark the position of the 4 subframe nuts and 4 subframe bolts for reference during installation.
23. NOTE: RH shown in illustration, LH similar. Remove the 4 rear subframe bolts.
24. Position the Powertrain Lift Table under the subframe assembly.
25. NOTE: RH shown in illustration, LH similar. Remove the 4 front subframe nuts.
26. Lower the subframe assembly from the vehicle.