Taurus AWD V6-3.5L (2009)
11. Disconnect the rear park brake cables from the park brake levers at the rear calipers.
12. Remove the rear brake caliper pins.
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To install, tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
13. Remove the rear calipers and the rear caliper brackets and attach aside to the body with mechanic's wire. It is not necessary to disconnect the
hydraulic brake lines.
14. Remove the 4 rear subframe bracket bolts. Discard the bolts.
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To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
15. NOTICE: When positioning the lifting table, be sure to support the rear subframe on the subframe rails. Do not lift on the rear
differential or rear control arms, damage may occur.
Position a lifting table under the subframe.
16. Remove the 4 rear subframe bolts. Discard the bolts.
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To install, tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
17. Remove the 2 rear subframe brackets.
18. Remove the rear subframe assembly.
19. Transfer components as necessary.
20. NOTE: Install new suspension fasteners during assembly.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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For installation, align the subframe to the body following the alignment specification.
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Check and, if necessary, adjust the alignment.
