Genuine Ford Explorer Radius Arm

Ford Explorer Radius Arm Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Arm - Adjustment
  F57Z-3A360-B
  Q: How to remove and install the radius arm on Ford Explorer?

  A: To remove the spring assembly, first take out the spring lower seat from the radius arm on 2WD models, then remove the bolt and nut securing the radius arm to the front axle and front bracket while supporting the vehicle on jackstands and using a floor jack to raise and lower the front axle. For 4WD models, remove the spring lower seat and stud, followed by the bolts securing the radius arm to the front axle bracket. Next, from the rear side of the radius arm bracket, remove the nut, rear washer, shield (on the passenger side only), and insulator, then take out the radius arm along with the inner insulator and retainer from the threaded end. For installation, place the front-end of the radius arm onto the front axle, and on 2WD models, install the attaching bolt and a new nut from underneath the axle, tightening the nut only finger tight at this stage. For 4WD models, position the front-end of the radius arm onto the bracket and axle, then install the bolts and stud (with a washer on the left axle only) in the bracket, also tightening them only finger tight. Next, install the rear retainer and insulator onto the threaded end of the radius arm, then insert the radius arm into the rear bracket and attach the rear insulator, washer, and new nut, tightening the nut to the specified torque. Finally, tighten the bolts and nuts installed earlier to the specified torque, install the spring lower seat onto the radius arm for 2WD models or the spring lower seat and insulator onto the left radius arm for 4WD models, and then install the spring assembly. It is recommended to have the front-end alignment checked by a dealer service department or an alignment shop.