Transit Connect L4-2.0L (2010)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Removal and Replacement
Front Suspension
Strut and Spring Assembly
Removal and Installation
NOTICE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure may result
in major service expense. New parts must be installed with the same part numbers or 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 wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to Wheels and Tires.
2. Detach the brake hose from the support bracket.
3. Remove the stabilizer bar link upper nut and detach the link from the strut.
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To install, tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb-ft).
4. NOTICE: The wheel knuckle-to-strut bolt is tightened in 2 stages. Failure to follow these instructions may result in incorrect clamp load
and component damage.
Remove the wheel knuckle-to-strut bolt.
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Stage 1: To install, tighten to 100 Nm (74 lb-ft).
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Stage 2: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
