OEM 2007 Ford Explorer Rear Crossmember

2007 Ford Explorer Rear Crossmember Parts Q&A

• Q: How to Properly Handle the Rear Crossmember for Transmission Support in a 2007 Ford Explorer?

  A: Approach the service of the transmission support crossmember by hoisting the vehicle into neutral position. Disassemble the four bolts holding the transfer case skid plate in place and remove the skid plate before returning it back with 15 Nm (11 lb-ft) torque. The first step requires you to remove the right heat shield bolt before tightening it to 18 Nm (13 lb-ft) during installation then performing the same procedure with the left heat shield bolt. You should support the transmission with an appropriate jack then take off the two transmission mount nuts before securing them with a torque of 90 Nm (66 lb-ft). The installation process requires torqueing the six lower bolts of the transmission crossmember to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft) after installing. When reinstalling the crossmember transmission remove two bolts and upper nuts then secure them at 143 Nm (105 lb-ft). To complete the task reinstall the transmission crossmember by following the reversal of removal steps.