Freestar V6-4.2L VIN 2 (2004)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Disassembly and Assembly
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY
Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly
1. Remove the shock absorber and spring assembly.
2. For reference during assembly, make an index mark on the mount, spring and shock.
3. Using a suitable spring compressor, compress the spring until the tension is released from the shock absorber.
Part 1 Of 3
Part 2 Of 3
Part 3 Of 3
4. Disassemble the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.
5. To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.
Item 1: Shock Absorber-to-Up per Mount Nut Disassembly Note
1. Remove the strut and spring assembly top shaft retaining nut.
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Position a suitable pass-through socket wrench onto the strut shaft top retaining nut.
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Place a 10-mm six point deep well socket on top of the strut shaft.
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Remove the strut shaft while holding the retaining nut in place.