Focus L4-2.0L DOHC VIN 5 (2003)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Wagon
Shock Absorber-Wagon
Removal
1. Remove the rear wheel and tire.
2. NOTE: When removing the left-hand shock absorber, it is necessary to detach the exhaust system from the rear hanger insulator.
Detach the exhaust system from the rear hanger insulator.
3. NOTE: When removing the left-hand shock absorber, it is necessary to remove the exhaust heat shield.
Remove the exhaust heat shield.
4. Using a suitable transmission jack, support the lower arm.
5. Remove the shock absorber upper retaining bolt (right-hand side shown).
6. Remove the shock absorber (right-hand side shown).
Installation
1. NOTE: Final tightening of the shock absorber lower retaining bolt should be carried out when the vehicle weight is on the road wheels.