Ford 8L1Z-18124-DR Kit - Shock Absorber

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Disconnect the end links, remove the rear suspension stone shields, and remove the stabilizer bar bracket-to-frame bolts. Install new nuts on the links and bracket bolts.

Clean the lower end of the steering knuckle and have an assistant grasp the lower edge of the tire, moving the wheel in-and-out while you look for any movement at the steering knuckle-to-control arm balljoint. If there is any movement, the suspension balljoint(s) must be replaced.

Make sure they are facing in the proper direction.

You should first loosen the front wheel lug nuts, then raise the front of the vehicle and support it securely on jackstands. After applying the parking brake, remove the wheels. To remove the upper shock mounting nut, use an open-end wrench to hold the shock from turning while removing the nut.

Check that the shocks are securely mounted and undamaged. Also, inspect the upper mounts for damage and wear.

Unscrew the nut with a ratchet placed between the frame rail and bed on a truck.

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Additional steps include loosening the front wheel lug nuts, raising the vehicle, removing the wheels, detaching various components like the tie-rod end, upper ball joint, and fasteners attaching the lower end of the shock absorber to the lower control arm. Finally, remove the shock absorber/coil spring assembly for inspection and replacement as needed. Installation follows the reverse of the removal process, ensuring proper tightening of fasteners and lug nuts.