2001 Mercury Grand Marquis

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SECTION 204-01: Front Suspension

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

2001 Crown Victoria/Grand Marquis Workshop Manual

Procedure revision date: 06/22/2000

ArmUpper
Removal
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure can result in major service
expense. They must be replaced with the same part number or an equivalent part if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or
substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to ensure proper retention of these parts.
1.

Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section 100-02.

2.

Remove the wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to Section 204-04.

3.

Place a suitable jack stand under the front suspension lower arm (3078) and lower the vehicle until the lower arm begins to move.

4.

Attach a piece of safety wire to the front wheel spindle (3105) and secure the spindle to the frame.

5.

Remove the bolt and nut.

6.

Remove the front suspension upper arm (3083).

1.

Remove the two nuts and bolts.

2.

Remove the front suspension upper arm.

Installation

1.

NOTE: Do not tighten the front suspension upper arm nuts and bolts until the vehicle's suspension is at curb height.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.

2.

Check wheel alignment. Adjust if necessary. For additional information, refer to Section 204-00.