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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012F 150 2WD V8-6.2LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMEFRAMEDESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
2012 Ford F 150 2WD V8-6.2L
Frame: Description and Operation
2012 Ford F 150 2WD V8-6.2LSECTION Description and Operation
Frame and Body Mounting
The frame consists of 2 steel channel rails, a front crossmember, transmission support crossmember and a rear crossmember (trailer hitch). The side rails and welded crossmembers are not replaced separately. A front frame rail repair kit (5D058 and 5D059) is available if the front rail is to be repaired.
For diagonal or X-frame checking, refer to Dimensions. When welding is carried out on a vehicle, refer to Dimensions.
Body Mounts
The body support mounts:
- secure the body to the frame.
- cannot be lubricated during body support mount installation.
NOTE: Body fasteners are reusable if the following steps are followed:
- Body bolt threads must be cleaned of thread sealer by using a wire wheel or wire brush.
- Apply a new treatment of threadlock and sealer to the body bolt threads.
- Install the body bolts. For additional torque and material information refer to Specifications.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.