Frame Members-Rear Frame Section: Removal

2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WDSECTION Removal
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  1. Restore the vehicle to manufacturer's dimensions. Refer to: BODY AND FRAME .
  2. Remove the following items:

    1. Refer to: Rear Bumper .
    2. Refer to: Pickup Bed .
    3. As equipped. Refer to: Muffler and Tailpipe . Refer to: Muffler and Tailpipe . Refer to: Muffler and Tailpipe . Refer to: Muffler and Tailpipe . Refer to: Muffler . Refer to: Tailpipe . Refer to: Rear Muffler .
    4. As equipped. Refer to: Fuel Tank Filler Pipe . Refer to: Fuel Tank Filler Pipe . Refer to: Fuel Tank Filler Pipe . Refer to: Fuel Tank Filler Pipe . Refer to: Fuel Tank Filler Pipe . Refer to: Fuel Tank Filler Pipe .
    5. Refer to: Rear Shock Absorber .
    6. Refer to: Spring .

  3. Rear frame section overview.
    GFD563607Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. Position the vehicle on a frame rack and anchor per manufacturer's instructions.
  5. NOTE: The rear frame section is retained by a welded joint and upper and lower frame rail reinforcements approximately midway between the leaf spring frame brackets.
RENDER: 1.0x

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