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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY1966S-55 7.0L ENG VIN P, AUTOMATIC TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)SUSPENSIONFRONT SUSPENSION UPPER SERIESREMOVAL & INSTALLATIONLOWER CONTROL ARMREMOVAL
1966 Mercury S-55 7.0L Eng VIN P, Automatic Trans
Lower Control Arm: Removal
1966 Mercury S-55 7.0L Eng VIN P, Automatic TransSECTION Removal
- Raise front of vehicle and position safety stands under frame side rails. If equipped with drum brakes, remove wheel and drum as assembly, then unbolt backing plate and suspend from underbody (do not disconnect brake hose). If equipped with disc brakes, remove wheel, then remove and suspend brake caliper out of way (do not disconnect brake hose).
- Unbolt lower end of shock absorber and push up into retracted position. Disconnect stabilizer bar link from lower control arm (if equipped). Unbolt strut from lower control arm.
- Loosen lower ball joint stud nut one or two turns. Install suitable removal tool (T57P-3006-A) between upper and lower *** Turn tool screw until pressure is applied *** Tap spindle with hammer, to loosen stud.
- Position floor jack under lower control arm, unbolt inner *** lower jack, and remove spring and Remove ball joint nut*** then remove control arm from ***.
- *** Reverse removal procedures, tightening nuts *** Check front end alignment.
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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.