ford Workshop Repair Guides

Ford Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

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2. Install new bolts, washers, and nuts of the same size as the rivets that were removed.

3. NOTE:  The side rail reinforcement must be attached to the rear side rails first during installation.

Weld the side rail reinforcement to the front stub frame and the rear side rails following good weld application techniques. Do not weld at the
corners to minimize stress concentrations.

4. Restore the vehicle to operating condition.

1

Install all suspension components that were removed.

2

Vehicle with 2-wheel drive, install the front axle.

3

Vehicles with 4-wheel drive, install the front drive axle.

4

Install the power steering components that were removed.

5

Install the exhaust system components that were removed.

6

Install the engine.

7

Vehicles with manual transmission, install the transmission.

8

Vehicles with automatic transmission, install the transmission.

9

Install the front bumper/body.

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