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:
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aid in structural support.
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provide mounting surfaces for the steering gear.
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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:
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aid in structural support.
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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:
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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).
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:
The cruise controls are on the steering wheel. See Cruise Control.
Press the button.
The indicator appears in the information display. When the system is on, the
color of the indicator changes to indicate the system status. See Adaptive Cruise
Control Indicators...
Initialization
WARNING:
Keep objects and body parts clear of the glass panel when
carrying out the initialization procedure. During the initialization
procedure, the glass panel closes with high force and cannot detect
objects in its path...
Categories
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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