Rear Subframe

502-00 Uni-Body, Subframe and Mounting System 2016 Mustang

Removal and Installation Procedure revision date: 06/8/2015

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Rear Subframe — original illustration 1, reference 2383Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge	300-OTC1585AE Powertrain Lift

Removal

NOTICE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Tighten fasteners as specified.

1. Remove both rear halfshafts. Refer to: Rear Halfshaft (205-05 Rear Drive Halfshafts, Removal and Installation).

2. Remove both toe links. Refer to: Toe Link (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).

3. Remove both rear springs. Refer to: Spring (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).

4. Remove the rear stabilizer bar. Refer to: Rear Stabilizer Bar (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).

5. NOTE: If equipped with dynamic suspension.

Remove both rear ride height sensors. Refer to: Rear Suspension Height Sensor (204-05 Vehicle Dynamic Suspension, Removal and Installation).

1. Index mark the driveshaft and the pinion flange for reference during installation.

2. Remove and discard the driveshaft-to-pinion flange bolts.

Source reference 2383

2016 Mustang workshop publication supplied to Mustang Atlas. Original technical text and illustrations; HTML formatting by Mustang Atlas. Source page numbering is retained for traceability. Follow the configuration, revision, warnings, and cross-references in the material. About this edition.