F 150 2WD Pickup V8-5.4L SOHC VIN 5 (2004)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation
Front
Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly-Front
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
2. CAUTION: Use the hex holding feature to prevent the ball studs (upper control arm, lower control arm tie-rod end, and stabilizer bar links) from
turning while removing and installing the nuts.
CAUTION: Do not hammer the ball studs to separate them from the wheel knuckle or stabilizer bar. Doing so can cause damage. Lightly tap the
wheel knuckle or stabilizer bar to loosen the joints.
Remove the parts in the order indicated in the illustration and table.
3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Item 4: Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly Removal Note
