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Radius Arm

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NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.
Fig 1: Exploded View Of Radius Arm With Torque Specifications
G06776415Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Item Part Number Description
1 W505273 Wheel speed sensor harness bolt
2 N807659 Radius arm front nut (2 required)
3 W709860 Radius arm front bolt (2 required)
4 N807659 Radius arm rear nut
5 N806967 Radius arm rear bolt
6 3B346 LH/3405 RH Radius arm
NOTE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. They must be replaced with the same part number or an 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.
  1. Remove the shock absorber. For additional information, refer to SHOCK ABSORBER .
  2. NOTE: Tighten the radius arm front nuts with the suspension at curb height or damage to the bushings may occur.

    Remove and discard the 2 radius arm front nuts and bolts.

    • To install, tighten the new nuts to 300 Nm (222 lb-ft).
  3. Remove the wheel speed sensor harness bolt.
    • To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
  4. NOTE: Tighten the radius arm rear nut with the suspension at curb height or damage to the bushing may occur.

    Remove and discard the radius arm rear nut and bolt.

    • To install, tighten the new nut to 300 Nm (222 lb-ft).
  5. Remove the radius arm.
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.