Ford 6L5Z-18125-AA Kit - Shock Absorber

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Worn or damaged suspension and steering linkage components can result in excessive and abnormal tire wear, poor ride quality and vehicle handling, and reduced fuel economy.

Installation is the reverse of the removal steps. Tighten the nuts and bolts to the specified torque.

Park the vehicle on level ground, turn the engine off, and set the parking brake. Check the tire pressures. Push down at one corner of the vehicle, then release it while noting the movement of the body. It should stop moving and come to rest in a level position with one or two bounces. If the vehicle continues to move up and down or fails to return to its original position, a worn or weak shock absorber is probably the reason. Repeat the check at each of the three remaining corners of the vehicle. Raise the vehicle and support it on jackstands. Check the shock absorbers for evidence of fluid leakage. Make sure any fluid noted is from the shocks and not from any other source. If leakage is noted, replace the shocks as a set. Check the shock absorbers to be sure they are securely mounted and undamaged. Check the upper mounts for damage and wear. If damage or wear is noted, replace the shock absorbers as a set.

Installation is the reverse of the removal steps with the following additions: Install and tighten the new nuts and bolts to the specified torque. Install the wheel and lug nuts, lower the vehicle, and tighten the lug nuts to the specified torque.

If the upper shock absorber mounting nut is rusted tight, it will probably be necessary to hold the stem from turning with a pair of locking pliers.

Remove the front disc brake water shield (if necessary).

Remove the nut securing the top of the shock absorber to the upper mounting bracket on the frame.