Front Strut and Spring Assembly: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Lincoln MKX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Tighten fasteners as specified.
- Remove the wheel and tire. Refer to: Wheel and Tire .
- Remove the brake hose bracket bolt and position the brake hose aside.
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- If equipped. Disconnect the dynamic suspension electrical connector.
- If equipped. Unclip the dynamic suspension wire harness and position aside.
- Remove and discard the front stabilizer bar link upper nut and separate the front stabilizer bar link from the front strut and spring assembly. Unclip and position aside the wheel speed sensor harness.
- Remove and discard the front strut and spring assembly-to-wheel knuckle bolts and nuts.
- Remove the cowl panel. Refer to: Cowl Panel Grille .
- Remove and discard the front strut and spring assembly upper bolts and remove the front strut and spring assembly from the vehicle.