Expedition 4WD V8-281 4.6L SOHC (1998)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Front Shock Absorber
REMOVAL
1. Hold the shock absorber stem and remove the upper front shock absorber nut, and washer assembly.
WARNING: THE ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM MUST BE SHUT OFF PRIOR TO HOISTING,
JACKING OR TOWING AN AIR SUSPENSION VEHICLE. THIS CAN BE ACCOMPLISHED BY TURNING OFF THE AIR
SUSPENSION SWITCH LOCATED IN THE RH KICK PANEL AREA. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN UNEXPECTED
INFLATION OR DEFLATION OF THE AIR SPRINGS WHICH MAY RESULT IN SHIFTING OF THE VEHICLE DURING THESE
OPERATIONS.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.
3. Remove the shock absorber.
(1) Remove the lower nut and bolt.
(2) Remove the shock absorber.
INSTALLATION