Crown Victoria V8-4.6L SOHC VIN 6 (1996)
NOTE: Skirt can be removed from nut provided sufficient load 889 N (200 lb) can be generated between ball joint and spindle taper.
2. Position the front suspension lower arm ball joint stud into the front wheel spindle, and install the new skirted nylon ring nut. Tighten nut to
113-153 N-m (83-113 lb-ft) with a pneumatic tool until skirt curls on outside of nut.
NOTE: Ensure that the pigtail of the lower coil of the front coil spring is in the proper location of the front spring insulator on the front suspension
lower arm, between the two holes.
3. Position the front coil spring into the upper spring pocket, and raise the front suspension lower arm aligning the holes in the arm with the holes in
the crossmember. Install bolts and nuts with washer installed on the front bushing. DO NOT tighten at this time.
4. Remove the coil spring compressor.
5. Connect the steering center link at the pitman arm and install the nut. Tighten to 59-63 N-m (44-46 lb-ft). Continue to tighten until slot for cotter
pin is aligned. Install a new cotter pin.
6. Install front shock absorber.
7. Install the front suspension bumper. Tighten front suspension lower arm-to-frame bracket bolts to 136-190 N-m (101-140 lb-ft).
8. Install front disc brake rotor shield, front disc brake rotor and disc brake caliper. Install front brake anti-lock sensor, if equipped. Use new caliper
mounting bolts.
9. Install wheel and tire.
10. With the vehicle supported on the wheels and tires at normal curb height, tighten the front suspension lower arm-to-crossmember bolts and nuts to
136-190 N-m (101-140 lb-ft).
11. Check caster, camber, and toe. Adjust as required.
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