Removal And Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln Mark LT and 2007 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital parts and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.
- Remove the shock absorber and spring assembly. For additional information, refer to Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly .
- Remove and discard the upper ball joint nut and separate the ball joint from the wheel spindle.
- To install, tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
- Remove the upper arm nuts, bolts and the upper arm.
- Discard the nuts and bolts.
- To install, tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Check and, if necessary, adjust the front end. For additional information, refer to SUSPENSION SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
CAUTION:
Use the holding feature to prevent the upper arm ball joint stud from turning while removing and installing the nut.
CAUTION:
Do not strike the ball joint stud to separate it from the wheel spindle or damage to the ball stud can occur. Lightly tap the wheel spindle to loosen the ball stud.
NOTE:
The upper ball joint does not require special tools to separate from the wheel spindle.
NOTE:
If removing the RH upper arm, remove the bolt and position the heat shield aside to access the upper arm-to-frame nut.
NOTE:
Do not tighten the upper arm nuts until the installation procedure is complete and the weight of the vehicle is resting on the wheel and tire assemblies.