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: General Procedures - Transmission Case Reseal

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment 100-001 (T50T-100-A) Slide Hammer 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle 205-990Installer, Axle SealTKIT-2012A-FLTKIT-2012A-ROW 303-D011 (D80L-100-G) Actuator Pin (Dia 3/16) 303-D019 (D80L-100-Q) Collet, 3/4 to 7/8 307-003 (T57L-500-B) Holding Fixture, Transmission 307-091Han..

Ford Ecosport 2014-2025 Service and Repair Manual: Removal and Installation - Side Obstacle Detection Control Module (SODCM)

Removal Side obstacle detection control module NOTE: This step is only necessary if a SODL or SODR is being replaced. NOTE: If installing a new module, it is necessary to upload the module configuration information to the scan tool prior to removing the module. This information must be downloaded into the new module after installation. NOTE: If a SODL or S..

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)