Ford 8L1Z-18125-E Kit - Shock Absorber

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Clean the brake assembly, then remove various components such as the secondary brake shoe retracting spring, primary shoe retracing spring, brake shoe adjusting lever, cable, guide plate, and parking brake link and spring.

Remove the nut and bolt.

To detach the upper end of the shock absorber from the frame bracket, you need to remove the upper nut, the retainer, and the bushing. A back-up wrench on the lower nut is necessary to prevent the shock from turning when you loosen the nut. Remove the retainer and bushing.

Park the vehicle on level ground, turn off the engine, and set the parking brake. Check the tire pressures. Push down at one corner of the vehicle and release it while noting the movement of the body. It should stop moving and come to rest in a level position within one or two bounces.

The specific components discussed include the rear hub/bearing assemblies, driveaxles, and shock/spring assemblies.

If leakage is noted, replace the shocks as a set. However, a light film of fluid is no cause for concern.

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.

Block the front wheels.