Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Escape, 2003 Ford Escape, and 2002 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the rear quarter trim panel.
Remove the upper shock absorber nut.

Fig 1: Identifying Shock Absorber Upper Nut
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Raise and support the vehicle enough to relax the suspension system.
Remove the lower shock absorber nut. Remove the shock absorber.

Fig 2: Identifying Shock Absorber Lower Nut
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.