Mustang V8-5.0L (2011)
Rear Subframe: Service and Repair
Support Braces - Rear
Support Braces - Rear
Removal
NOTE:
The 2 rear support braces must be removed and installed at the same time.
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Remove and discard the 4 rear support brace bolts (rear).
3. Remove and discard the 2 rear support brace bolts (upper).
4. Remove and discard the 4 rear support brace bolts (front).
5. Remove and discard the 2 rear support brace bolts (center to frame), and remove the 2 rear support braces.
Installation
NOTE:
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The 2 rear support braces must be removed and installed at the same time.
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All bolts must be started by hand before final tightening.
1. Position the LH and RH rear support braces.
1
Install the 2 rear support brace bolts (front).
2
Position the LH and RH rear support braces.
3
Install the 2 rear support brace bolts (front).