Escape 2WD L4-2.5L Hybrid (2010)
12. Remove the 2 bolts from the lower transmission insulator and retainer bracket.
All vehicles
13. Remove the nut and the engine support crossmember. Discard the nut.
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To install, tighten to 175 Nm (129 lb-ft).
All vehicles except hybrid
14. Remove the rear transaxle support isolator through bolt.
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To install, tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
All vehicles
15. Remove the power steering coupler bolt. Discard the bolt.
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To install, tighten to 63Nm (46 lb-ft).
16. Remove the 2 outer tie-rod end nuts. Discard the nuts.
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To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
17. Using the Tie-Rod End Remover, separate the tie rod from the wheel knuckle.
18. NOTE: Use the hex-holding fixture to prevent the ball stud from turning while removing and installing the stabilizer link nut.
Remove the 2 lower stabilizer bar link nuts. Discard the nuts.
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To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
19. Remove the 2 lower control arm ball joint pinch bolt nuts and pinch bolts. Discard the nuts and the bolts.
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To install, tighten to 63 Nm (46 lb-ft).
