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

Ford Ecosport 2014-2025 Service and Repair Manual / 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 transmission roll restrictor and for the front stabilizer bar.

For body dimension specifications,
Refer to: Specifications (501-25 Body Repairs - General Information, Specifications).

Uni-Body, Subframe and Mounting System

Removal and Installation - Front Subframe

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Tie Rod End Remover Transmission Jack Removal All vehicles NOTICE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the performance of vital components and systems...

Other information:

Ford Ecosport 2014-2025 Service and Repair Manual: Description and Operation - Climate Control System Health and Safety Precautions

WARNING: Only qualified technicians are allowed to work on air conditioning (A/C) systems. WARNING: Air conditioning (A/C) system components can become particularly hot or cold. WARNING: Make sure that the air conditioning (A/C) system is at ambient temperature before carrying out any repair...

Ford Ecosport 2014-2025 Service and Repair Manual: Removal and Installation - A-Pillar Tweeter Speaker

Removal Remove the A-pillar trim panel. Refer to: A-Pillar Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation). Release the tabs and remove the A-pillar tweeter speaker. Installation To install, reverse the removal procedure...

Removal and Installation - Brake Disc Shield

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Remove the brake disc.
Refer to: Brake Disc (206-03 Front Disc Brake, Removal and Installation).
Remove the bolts and brake disc.
Torque: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)