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Disassembly and Assembly

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  1. Remove the shock absorber and spring assembly. For additional information, refer to SHOCK ABSORBER AND SPRING ASSEMBLY .
  2. Using a suitable spring compressor, compress the spring until the tension is released from the shock absorber.
    Fig 1: Using Suitable Spring Compressor To Compress Spring Until Tension Is Released From Shock Absorber
    G03944021Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. While holding the shock absorber rod, remove and discard the nut.
    • To install, tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
    Fig 2: Removing Shock Absorber Rod Nut
    G03959846Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the insulator.
  5. Remove the dust tube.
  6. Remove the coil spring from the shock absorber.
  7. To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.
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