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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY2009MILAN PREMIER, 3.0 1, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1699 (FRONT SUSPENSION)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONSHOCK ABSORBER & SPRING ASSEMBLYNOTES
2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWD
Shock Absorber & Spring Assembly: Notes
2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWDSECTION Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Lincoln Town Car. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 18045/5310 | Shock absorber/coil spring assembly |
| 2 | 1125 | Brake disc |
| 3 | 2B120 | Brake caliper and anchor plate |
| 4 | W707589 | Brake caliper anchor plate bolts (2 required) |
| 5 | 3C177 | Shock absorber lower flag bolt |
| 6 | W520216 | Shock absorber lower nut |
| 7 | W520213 | Lower stabilizer bar link nut |
| 8 | W520213 | Upper stabilizer bar link nut |
| 9 | W710298 | Upper ball joint nut |
| 10 | W700390 | Shock absorber mounting bracket nut (3 required) |
| 11 | 3B438 | Stabilizer bar link |
| 12 | - | Wheel speed sensor wiring harness retainer (part of 2C204) |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.