Ford Explorer: Uni-Body, Subframe and Mounting System / Description and Operation - Frame Assembly - Overview
Overview
The front subframe is bolted to the body and is used to:
- aid in structural support.
- provide mounting surfaces for the steering gear.
- provide mounting surfaces for the front suspension lower control arms, the engine mounts and for the front stabilizer bar.
The rear subframe is bolted to the body and is used to:
- aid in structural support.
- provide mounting surfaces for the rear suspension lower arms and upper arms.
The transmission support crossmember is bolted to the body and is used to:
- provide support to transfer case and transmission.
For body dimension specifications,
Refer to: Body and Frame (501-26 Body Repairs - Vehicle Specific Information and Tolerance Checks, Description and Operation).
Removal and Installation - Front Subframe - 2.3L EcoBoost™
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
303-050
(T70P-6000)
Lifting Bracket, Engine
303-F072Support Bar, Engine
Cable Ties
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critica..
Other information:
Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Exterior Rear Door Handle
Removal NOTE: LH (left-hand) side shown, RH (right-hand) side similar. NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. Vehicles with passive entry Remove the rear door window regulator and motor. Refer to: Rear Door Window Regulator and Motor (501-11 Glass, Frames and Mechanisms, Removal and Installation)...
Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Rear Heater Core Outlet Line
Removal NOTE: The rear heater core outline is installed from the factory as a one-piece assembly. The replacement part is supplied as an assembly, containing the rear heater core inlet line and the rear evaporator inlet and outlet lines. Remove the rear evaporator rear outlet and inlet line...
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Driver and Passenger Airbags
WARNING: Do not place your arms on the airbag cover or through the steering wheel. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury.
WARNING: Keep the areas in front of the airbags free from obstruction. Do not affix anything to or over the airbag covers. Objects could become projectiles during airbag deployment or in a sudden stop. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child restraint. Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, move the seat upon which the child restraint is installed all the way back.
