Items 23-29: Subframe and Bolts Installation Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Position and carefully raise the entire engine, transmission, cooling and subframe assembly into the vehicle.

Fig 1: Positioning Carefully Raise Entire Engine
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Install the crossmember bolts.

Fig 2: Installing Crossmember Bolts
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Install the RH subframe bolts.

Fig 3: Installing RH Subframe Bolts
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Install the LH subframe bolts.

Fig 4: Installing LH Subframe Bolts
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Install the transmission support bracket.

Fig 5: Installing Transmission Support Bracket
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Remove the powertrain lift and transmission support bracket.
Remove the safety stands from the rear of the vehicle.