Expedition 2WD V8-281 4.6L SOHC (1998)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Front Shock Absorber
REMOVAL
1. Hold the shock absorber stem and remove the upper shock absorber nut, and washer assembly.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.
WARNING: THE ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM MUST BE SHUT OFF PRIOR TO HOISTING,
JACKING OR TOWING AN AIR SUSPENSION VEHICLE. THIS CAN BE ACCOMPLISHED BY TURNING OFF THE AIR
SUSPENSION SWITCH LOCATED IN THE RH KICK PANEL AREA. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN UNEXPECTED
INFLATION OR DEFLATION OF THE AIR SPRINGS WHICH MAY RESULT IN SHIFTING OF THE VEHICLE DURING THESE
OPERATIONS.
3. Remove the shock absorber.
(1) Remove the two lower shock absorber nuts.
(2) Remove the shock absorber.
INSTALLATION