Expedition 2WD V8-5.4L (2009)
Removal
NOTICE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure may result
in major service expense. New parts must be installed with the same part numbers or equivalent parts, if replacement is 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 and discard the shock absorber upper mount nuts.
2. Remove the wheel and tire.
3. Remove and discard the tie-rod end nut.
4. Using the Ball Joint Separator, separate the tie-rod end from the wheel knuckle.
5. Detach the flexible hose retainer from the speed sensor harness.
6. Remove the brake flexible hose bracket bolt and disconnect the bracket from the wheel knuckle.
7. Remove and discard the upper ball joint nut.
8. Remove and discard the shock absorber lower nut and bolt.
9. Using the Ball Joint Separator, disconnect the upper arm ball joint from the wheel knuckle and remove the shock absorber and spring assembly.
10. NOTE: If the individual spring and/or shock components are not being serviced, continue to the Installation procedure.
