Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly - Rear

1. Remove the wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to WHEEL AND TIRE - REAR .
2. Remove the components in the order indicated in the following illustration.
3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   Fig 1: Removal And Installation Of Rear Shock Absorber And Spring Assembly

   Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 8: Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly Removal Note 

1. For additional information on the disassembly and assembly of the shock absorber and spring assembly refer to SHOCK ABSORBER AND SPRING ASSEMBLY .

Item 6: Shock Absorber-to-Lower Arm Bolt Installation Note 

1. Do not tighten until the installation procedure is complete and the weight of the vehicle is resting on the wheel and tire assemblies.