Removal And Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Vehicles built through 09/06/2006 will require body modification when installing a new shock absorber due to a change in the upper mounting bushing diameter. For additional information, refer to the instructions supplied with the new shock absorber.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
Remove the rear quarter trim panel. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION article.
Using a suitable jackstand, support the rear suspension.
Remove the upper shock absorber nuts, washer and bushing.
- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
Remove the lower shock absorber nut, washer and bolt.
- To install, tighten to 175 Nm (129 lb-ft).
Remove the shock absorber and the bushing.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.