Mountaineer 2WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 (2006)
Suspension Spring ( Coil / Leaf ): Service and Repair
Rear
Removal and Installation
Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly
Removal
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital parts and systems and their failure can result in major
service expense. A new part with the same part number must be installed if installation becomes 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 lower arm.
2. Remove and discard the 3 shock absorber upper mount nuts and remove the shock absorber and spring assembly.
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To install, tighten to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.).
3. For additional information on the disassembly and assembly of the shock absorber and spring assembly, refer to Shock Absorber and Spring
Assembly.
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Disassembly and Assembly
Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly
