Crown Victoria V8-4.6L SOHC VIN 6 (1996)
Removal
CAUTION: Rear suspension fasteners are important retaining parts in that they could affect the performance of vital components and systems and/or
could result in major service expense. They must be replaced with one of the same part number or with an equivalent part if replacement becomes
necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to ensure
proper retention of this part.
WARNING: Turn OFF rear suspension leveler compressor switch (if so equipped).
NOTE: If one rear suspension arm and bushing requires replacement, also replace the opposite rear suspension arm and bushing.
NOTE: If both rear suspension arm and bushings and both rear suspension lower arms are to be removed at the same time, remove both rear springs.
NOTE: Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement to neutralize arm bushings and to improve rear axle assembly Noise, Vibration, and Harshness
(NVH) characteristics.
NOTE: If both rear suspension arm and bushings are to be replaced, remove and replace one rear suspension arm and bushing at a time. This must be
done to prevent the axle from rolling or slipping sideways. Rolling or slipping might occur with both rear suspension arm and bushings removed, making
replacement difficult.
1. Raise the vehicle, and support the frame side rails with jackstands.
2. Support the rear axle assembly.
3. Lower the rear axle assembly, and support the rear axle assembly under differential pinion nose as well as under rear axle assembly.
4. Unsnap parking brake rear cable and conduit from upper arm retainer.
5. Remove and discard the nut and bolt retaining the rear suspension arm and bushing to the rear axle assembly housing. Disconnect the rear
suspension arm and bushing from the housing.
