Shock Absorber: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Lincoln MKX and 2010 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
PARTS DESCRIPTION CHART
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | W520504 | Shock absorber upper nuts (2 required) |
| 2 | 18080 | Shock absorber |
| 3 | 18017 | Shock absorber upper bushing |
| 4 | W712459 | Shock absorber lower flag bolt |
| 5 | W520214 | Shock absorber lower nut |
NOTE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure may result in major service expense. New parts must be installed with the same part numbers or equivalent part, if replacement is 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.
NOTE:
Suspension bushing fasteners must be tightened with the weight of the vehicle resting on the wheel and tires or incorrect clamp load and bushing damage may occur.
NOTE:
The new shock absorber is shipped with a strap securing it in the compressed position.
- Remove the quarter trim panel. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .
- Remove and discard the shock absorber upper nuts.
- Remove the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .
- Position a suitable jackstand under the lower arm.
- Remove the shock absorber lower bolt, flagnut and shock absorber.
- Discard the bolt and flagnut.