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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2021EDGE SE, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 552 (FRONT SUSPENSION - RWD)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONLOWER ARMINSTALLATION

2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WD

Lower Arm: Installation

2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WDSECTION Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2021 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Tighten the suspension bushing fasteners with the suspension loaded or with the weight of the vehicle resting on the wheels and tires, otherwise incorrect clamp load and bushing damage may occur.

NOTE: Only tighten the nuts and bolts finger tight at this stage.

Position the lower arm and install the new lower arm bolts and nuts.

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Attach the lower ball joint to the wheel knuckle.

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Install the new lower ball joint nut.
Torque

: 98 lb.ft (133 Nm)

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Install the new shock absorber and spring assembly lower nuts.
Torque

: 66 lb.ft (90 Nm)

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Use a suitable jack to raise the suspension until the distance between the center of the hub and the lip of the fender is equal to the measurement taken during removal (curb height).

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Tighten the new lower arm bolts nuts.
Torque

: 258 lb.ft (350 Nm)

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Install the wheel and tire. Refer to: Wheel and Tire .
Check and if necessary adjust front camber. Refer to: Front Camber and Caster Adjustment .

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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.