Crown Victoria V8-4.6L CNG SOHC VIN 9 (1999)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Without Air Suspension
Rear Suspension
Removal
WARNING: All vehicles are equipped with gas pressurized shock absorbers which will extend unassisted. Do not apply heat or flame to the
shock absorbers during removal or component servicing. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect the performance of vital components 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 during reassembly to ensure proper retention of these
parts.
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Use the special tool 014-0094 or equivalent to support the rear axle.
3. NOTE: Replace shock absorbers individually as required. It is not necessary to replace in pairs.
NOTE: To assist in removing the upper attachment on shock absorbers, use a plastic dust tube and place an open end wrench on the hex stamped
into the dust tube's metal cap. For shock absorbers with a steel dust tube, simply grasp the tube to prevent stud rotation when loosening the
retaining nut.
Remove the shock absorber upper retaining nut, washer and insulator from the stud on the upper side of the frame.
