Tribute 2WD V6-3.0L (2008)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Removal and Replacement
Front Suspension
STRUT AND SPRING - FRONT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
Strut And Spring - Front
Removal
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LH side shown, RH side similar.
1. Remove the wheel and tire.
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Verify the steering wheel is in the unlocked position before removal.
2. Remove the brake jounce hose clip.
3. Pull the brake jounce hose downward slightly to remove the hose from the bracket and position the brake jounce hose aside.
4. Remove the anti-lock brake system (ABS) wheel speed sensor harness bolt.
5. Remove the upper stabilizer bar link nut.
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Use the hex holding feature to prevent the ball stud from turning while removing or installing the stabilizer bar link nut.
6. Remove the 2 strut-to-knuckle nuts and bolts.
7. Remove the 4 strut upper bushing nuts.
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Reference mark the 4 strut upper bushing plate nuts.