Explorer 2WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 (2006)
Body / Frame Mount Bushing: Service and Repair
Body Support - Front End Sheet Metal
BODY SUPPORT - FRONT END SHEET METAL
Removal and Installation
CAUTION: When removing the front upper body mount, all other body mount support bolts must be loose before raising the vehicle to
prevent permanent structural damage.
NOTE:
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Do not reuse body support mounting fasteners. New fasteners must be installed for each fastener that has been removed or loosened.
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No lubricants of any kind are to be used during body mount support installation.
1. Remove the body support nut.
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To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
2. Remove the body support washer.
3. Remove the body support bolt.
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To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
4. Remove the front end sheet metal body support lower mount.
5. NOTE: Body mounts must be held with a wrench on the bottom while loosening the bolts from the top.
Loosen but do not remove all of the remaining body bolts in the passenger compartment.
6. Carefully raise the vehicle body enough to remove the front end sheet metal body support upper mount.