Axle Pivot Bushing: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford RV Cutaway, 2004 Ford Econoline, 2004 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2004 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the coil spring. For additional information, refer to SPRING .

NOTE: In order to obtain clearance for pivot bolt removal when servicing the RH front axle, it may be necessary to raise the LH side of the vehicle to relieve the weight on the suspension.

Fig 1: Lowering Pivot End Of Front Axle

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Remove the bolt and lower the pivot end of the front axle.
Using the special tools, remove the axle pivot bushing.

Fig 2: Removing Axle Pivot Bushing
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.