When I was putting my hood on, it looks like you'd have to remove the wiper cowl to really get to the bolts. Do that, and you should be able to do what you need to do.
98.5 SVT
91 Escort GT (almost sold)
96 ATX Zetec (i brake to watch you swerve)
FS: SVT rear sway bar
WTB: Very cheap beater
CEG Dragon Run - October 13-15