How to Do a Shock Replacement
on a 1997-2003 Ford F150



Your truck's suspension takes a serious beating every day. Rutted roads and heavy payloads wreak havoc on the truck shocks as they work overtime to balance the load and provide a smooth ride. When it comes time to do a shock replacement on a 1997-2003 Ford F-150 suspension, the Parts Pros at PartSource have the tools, parts, and answers to get the job done and put your truck back to work for you.

Shocks may wear out quickly if your truck is working overtime, but replacing shocks on an F-150 is a fairly quick and easy task as long as you have your tools and parts ready. Talk to our Parts Pros to find out which shocks are right for you – our experts know a lot about matching the right part to the right application.

 
Make Safety Your Top Priority

Every vehicle is different, so when it comes to maintenance and repairs, always follow the vehicle's owner's manual. Don't work with a Philips when it calls for flat. Substituting tools can compromise your safety or your vehicle's performance.

Safety should be your number one priority, so don't smoke, drink alcoholic beverages, or wear a necktie. And watch out for hot objects, sharp instruments, hazardous materials and other potential safety hazards in and around your workspace.

And finally, when the fun turns to frustration or if the job requires specialized knowledge beyond your abilities, seek the assistance of a Parts Pro, professional mechanic or installer. The last thing we want is someone getting hurt.

 



Removal of a Ford F150 Shock Absorber

Loosen the tire lug nuts.
Raise and support the vehicle with jack stands.
Remove the tire.
Remove the upper shock absorber nut.
Remove the shock absorber to lower control nut.
Remove the shock absorber.

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Installation of a Ford F150 Shock Absorber

Install the shock absorber.
Install the lower control arm to shock absorber nut, tighten to specified torque.
Install the upper shock absorber nut, tighten to specified torque.
Install tire, and tighten lug nuts.
Remove jack stands, and lower vehicle.
Tighten lug nuts to specified torque.

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See you local PartSource for FREE print out instructions including specified torque specs, and figures.
And also year specific instructions.

- Child's Play
- Mother-In-Laws Do It
- Tricky at Times
- Instructions Required
- You'll Be Here for a few    hours

  • Shocks
  • Jack
  • Jack Stands
  • Torque wrench
  • Socket set
  • Ratchet


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