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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012TAURUS AWD V6-3.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERING AND SUSPENSIONSUSPENSIONSUBFRAMEFRONT SUBFRAME MOUNTSERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Ford Taurus AWD V6-3.5L
Front Subframe Mount: Service and Repair
2012 Ford Taurus AWD V6-3.5LSECTION Service and Repair
Subframe Bushings
Removal
1. Remove the front subframe. For additional information, refer to Subframe- Front Service and Repair.
2. Assemble the Front Subframe Bushing Remover/Installer to the front subframe.
3. Press out the subframe bushing.
Installation
1. Assemble the Front Subframe Bushing Remover/Installer to the front subframe with the new subframe bushing.
2. Align the subframe bushing to the front subframe.
1. Align the subframe bushing so that the voids are oriented in the fore-aft position.
3. Press the new subframe bushing into the front subframe.
4. Install the front subframe. For additional information, refer to Subframe- Front Service and Repair.
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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.