Explorer 4WD V6-4.0L (2009)
nut or damage to the shock or bushing may occur.
NOTE: Use the holding feature to prevent the shock absorber rod from turning while removing and installing the nut.
Remove and discard the shock absorber rod nut.
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To install, tighten the new nut to 65 Nm (48 lb-ft).
4. Remove the shock absorber.
5. Remove the washer and upper mount bushing.
6. Remove the upper shock absorber mount.
7. Remove the dust boot.
8. Carefully release the spring compressor and remove the coil spring.
9. NOTICE: Make sure that the upper shock mount stud, shock rod and shock lower bushing are aligned before tightening shock absorber
rod nut or damage to the bushing may occur.
To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.
Front Suspension
Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly
Disassembly and Assembly
For additional information, refer to Front Suspension - Rear Wheel Drive (RWD). See: Front Suspension - Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
Rear Suspension
Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly
