Explorer 2WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 (2006)
1. Measure the distance from the center of the hub to the lip of the fender with the vehicle in a level, static ground position (curb height).
2. Remove and discard the 3 shock absorber upper mount nuts.
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To install, tighten to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.) at curb height.
3. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
4. Using a suitable jack, support the lower control arm near the lower ball joint.
5. Remove and discard the stabilizer bar link nut and grommet and then remove the stabilizer bar link assembly.
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To install, tighten to 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.) at curb height.
6. Remove the shock absorber lower bolt, flag nut and the shock and spring assembly.
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Discard the lower shock bolt and flag nut.
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To install, tighten to 350 Nm (259 ft. lbs.) at curb height.
7. For additional information on the disassembly and assembly of the shock absorber and spring assembly, refer to Shock Absorber and Spring
Assembly.
8. CAUTION: Before tightening any suspension bushing fasteners, use a suitable back to raise the suspension until the distance between the center
of the hub and the lip of the fender is equal to the measurement taken in Step 1 (curb height).
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Disassembly and Assembly
Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly
