Ford KA 1.3i (70) 05 Plate - Front Subframe replacement

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Sun 19 Apr 2015 16:20
Ford KA 1.3i (70) 05 Plate - Front Subframe replacement - dgrobo2000

Hi, My Ford KA failed its MOT on front subframe mounting corrosion. I am thinking of replacing the front subframe. I don't have a haynes manual to hand, could anybody tell me the procedure envolved and if the engine will have to be removed.

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Sun 19 Apr 2015 19:56
Ford KA 1.3i (70) 05 Plate - Front Subframe replacement - elekie&a/c doctor

This is a substantial job which would be made a lot easier if the car was on a ramp/lift.The engine does not need to be removed,but will need to be suspended with either an engine hoist or crane.

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Sun 19 Apr 2015 21:54
Ford KA 1.3i (70) 05 Plate - Front Subframe replacement - bathtub tom

Hi, My Ford KA failed its MOT on front subframe mounting corrosion. I am thinking of replacing the front subframe.

If it failed on front subframe mounting corrosion, it's not the subframe that needs changing, but that which it's mounted to!

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