Ford Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Disconnect the negative battery cable. For additional information, refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).

Remove the propeller shaft. For additional information, refer to: Driveshaft - 4x2 (205-01 Driveshaft, Removal and Installation).

Remove the front pipe and oxidation catalytic converter. For additional information, refer to: (309-00 Exhaust System) Exhaust Downpipe (Removal and Installation), Catalytic Converter (Removal and Installation).

4. Remove the components in the order indicated in the following illustration(s) and table(s).

Removal Details

Item 16 : Crossmember

WARNING:Remove the transmission carefully, holding it steady. If the transmission falls it could be damaged or cause injury. CAUTION:When removing the transmission, do not move it more than necessary so as to prevent part interference with the body. Support the transmission securely using a transmission jack.

Set the transmission jack attachment into the concavity of the transmission to prevent the transmission from falling when it is tilted.

Remove the following parts. Crossmember. Transmission mount rubber.

Remove the transmission installation bolt.

Remove the transmission. Move the transmission to the rear. Change the inclination of the transmission jack to raise the extension housing side. Lower the transmission jack until the transmission does not interfere with the member. Repeat Steps (1) to (3) (After Step (3) is completed, a space will be available between the extension housing and member).

WARNING:Secure the transmission and transmission jack properly using a rope, otherwise the transmission could fall off, causing damage or injury. Wind a rope around the transmission after it has tilted enough.