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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012MUSTANG V6-3.7LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMEFRAMECROSS-MEMBERSERVICE AND REPAIRCROSSMEMBER - FRONT
2012 Ford Mustang V6-3.7L
Crossmember - Front
2012 Ford Mustang V6-3.7LSECTION Crossmember - Front
Crossmember - Front
Removal and Installation
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Vehicle Jacking and Lifting.
2. If equipped, remove the crossmember brace. For additional information, refer to Crossmember Brace - Exploded View.
3. Release the brake line from the 2 clips on the front crossmember.
4. Loosen the A/C line bracket nut and release the A/C line bracket from the front crossmember.
- To install, tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
5. Release the power steering line locator from the crossmember.
6. Using a suitable tool, support the radiator.
7. Remove the 4 front stabilizer bar bracket nuts.
- To install, tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).
8. NOTE: Two technicians are needed to carry out this step.
Remove the 4 nuts and the front crossmember.
- To install, tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
9. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal and Installation
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Vehicle Jacking and Lifting.
2. If equipped, remove the crossmember brace. For additional information, refer to Crossmember Brace - Exploded View.
3. Release the brake line from the 2 clips on the front crossmember.
4. Loosen the A/C line bracket nut and release the A/C line bracket from the front crossmember.
- To install, tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
5. Release the power steering line locator from the crossmember.
6. Using a suitable tool, support the radiator.
7. Remove the 4 front stabilizer bar bracket nuts.
- To install, tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).
8. NOTE: Two technicians are needed to carry out this step.
Remove the 4 nuts and the front crossmember.
- To install, tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
9. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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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.