Ford Explorer: Uni-Body, Subframe and Mounting System / Description and Operation - Frame Assembly - Overview

Ford Explorer 2020-2025 Service Manual / Body and Paint / Frame and Mounting / 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).

    Uni-Body, Subframe and Mounting System

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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.

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