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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 323 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONSTRUT AND SPRING ASSEMBLYREMOVAL
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
Strut and Spring Assembly: Removal
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
- Remove the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to WHEELS & TIRES .
- Remove the brake jounce hose clip.
- Pull the brake jounce hose downward slightly to remove the hose from the bracket and position the brake jounce hose aside.
- Remove the anti-lock brake system (ABS) wheel speed sensor harness bolt.
- Remove the upper stabilizer bar link nut.
- Remove the 2 strut-to-knuckle nuts and bolts.
- Remove the 4 strut upper bushing nuts.
- Remove the strut and spring assembly.
- For additional information on the disassembly and assembly of the strut and spring assembly, refer to STRUT AND SPRING ASSEMBLY .
NOTE:
Verify the steering wheel is in the unlocked position before removal.
NOTE:
Use the hex holding feature to prevent the ball stud from turning while removing or installing the stabilizer bar link nut.
NOTE:
Reference mark the 4 strut upper bushing plate nuts.
CAUTION:
Do not allow the axle shaft to move outboard. Over-extension of the tripod CV joint can result in the separation of internal parts, causing failure of the axle shaft.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.