Front Suspension Ford Five Hundred I

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

The front suspension consists of the following components

1. Lower arm
2. Strut and spring assembly
3. Stabilizer bar
4. Stabilizer bar link
5. Wheel bearing and wheel hub
6. Wheel knuckle
7. Wheel and tire assembly

Refer to SUSPENSION SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .

Material

MATERIAL CHART

Removal and Installation

Scheme 1

1. Remove the wheel knuckle. For additional information, refer to «WHEEL KNUCKLE»(/ford/five-hundred/i-2004-2007/remont/suspension-front/#front-suspension) .
2. Remove and discard the 4 wheel bearing and hub-to-wheel knuckle bolts, then separate the wheel bearing and hub from the wheel knuckle. To install, tighten to 110 Nm (81 lb-ft).
3. Clean and inspect the knuckle bearing bore. If the wheel knuckle is cracked, install a new wheel knuckle.
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure. Lubricate the hub-to-brake disc surface with anti-seize lubricant before installing the brake disc.

Special Tool(s)

SPECIAL TOOL CHART Installer/Remover, C-Frame and Screw 211-023 (T74P-3044-A1)

Scheme 2

1. Remove the front brake disc. For additional information, refer to «FRONT DISC BRAKE»(/ford/five-hundred/i-2004-2007/remont/mechanical-hydraulic/#front-disc-brake-system) .
2. Using the special tool, remove the wheel stud.

Installation

1. Position the wheel stud in the flange making sure the serrations on the stud line up with the serrations in the flange. Install the washers and a reversed wheel nut.
2. Tighten the wheel nut until the stud is seated against the hub flange.
3. Remove the wheel nut and the washers. Discard the wheel nut.
4. Install the front brake disc. For additional information, refer to «FRONT DISC BRAKE»(/ford/five-hundred/i-2004-2007/remont/mechanical-hydraulic/#front-disc-brake-system) .

SPECIAL TOOL CHART Adapter Part of 307-8 (T81P-77000-A) 307-102 (T81P-70363-A4)

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1. Remove the wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to «WHEELS & TIRES»(/ford/five-hundred/i-2004-2007/remont/wheel-tire-system/#wheels-tires) .
2. Using a crow's foot wrench, remove and discard the lower arm ball joint nut. To install, tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
3. Using a pry bar, push the lower arm downward until the ball joint is clear of the lower arm. Install the special tool over the ball stud before releasing the lower arm and knuckle into the rest position. Leave the special tool in place during service, remove prior to reassembly.
4. Remove and discard the lower arm-to-subframe bolt. To install, tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
5. Remove and discard the lower arm bushing-to-subframe nuts and bolts. To install, tighten to 99 Nm (73 lb-ft). Install the new lower arm bushing-to-subframe bolts from the bottom of the lower arm bushing with the nuts on top.
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure. Use new lower arm fasteners.

Note. Make sure the steering wheel is in the UNLOCKED position.

Note. The stabilizer bushing and bracket are part of the stabilizer bar assembly. The stabilizer bar will not turn easily in the bushing.

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1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to «JACKING & LIFTING»(/ford/five-hundred/i-2004-2007/remont/hoistjack/#jacking-lifting) .
2. Disconnect the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) electrical connector and unclip the connector from the subframe.
3. Remove the exhaust Y-pipe. For additional information, refer to «EXHAUST SYSTEM»(/ford/five-hundred/i-2004-2007/remont/exhaust/#exhaust-system) .
4. Remove and discard the 2 upper catalytic converter-to-exhaust manifold bolts and gasket for the rear catalytic converter and remove the rear catalytic converter. To install, install a new gasket and tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
5. Remove and discard the stabilizer bar link lower nuts. To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
6. Remove and discard both tie-rod end nuts and separate the tie-rod ends from the knuckles. To install, tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
7. Remove and discard the lower arm forward nuts and bolts for both lower arms. To install, tighten to 99 Nm (73 lb-ft).
8. Remove and discard the lower rearward bolt for both lower arms. Position both lower arms aside. To install, tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
9. Using a suitable jackstand, support the rear of the subframe.
10. Remove the power steering bracket bolt and position the power steering return line aside. To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
11. Remove the 2 steering gear nuts and bolts. To install, tighten to 117 Nm (86 lb-ft).
12. Remove and discard the 2 subframe bolts and the 4 subframe bracket bolts. To install, tighten the 4 subframe bracket bolts to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft) and the 2 subframe bolts to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
13. Lower the rear of the subframe approximately 51 mm (2 in).
14. Remove and discard the LH and RH stabilizer bar bracket bolts. To install, tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb-ft).
15. Remove the stabilizer bar by guiding it between the subframe and the steering gear towards the RH side of the vehicle.
16. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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1. Remove the wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to «FRONT SUSPENSION»(/ford/five-hundred/i-2004-2007/remont/suspension-front/#front-suspension) . CAUTION: Do not use power tools to remove the stabilizer bar link nuts. Damage to the stabilizer bar link ball joints or boots can occur. NOTE: To remove the stabilizer bar link nuts, first loosen the nuts, then use the hex-holding feature to prevent the stabilizer bar link ball joints from turning while removing the stabilizer bar link nuts.
2. Remove and discard the stabilizer bar link-to-strut nut. To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
3. Remove and discard the stabilizer bar link-to-stabilizer bar nut. To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
4. Remove the stabilizer bar link.
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure. Use new stabilizer bar link nuts.

SPECIAL TOOL CHART Remover, Front Wheel Hub 205-D070 (D93P-1175-B) or equivalent Adapter, Part of 307-8 (T81P-77000-A) 307-102 (T81P-70363-A4)

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1. Remove and discard the front axle wheel hub nut. To install, tighten to 350 Nm (258 lb-ft).
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to «WHEELS & TIRES»(/ford/five-hundred/i-2004-2007/remont/wheel-tire-system/#wheels-tires) .
3. Remove the tie-rod-to-wheel knuckle nut, then separate the tie-rod from the wheel knuckle. To install, tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
4. Remove the front brake disc. For additional information, refer to «FRONT DISC BRAKE»(/ford/five-hundred/i-2004-2007/remont/mechanical-hydraulic/#front-disc-brake-system) .
5. Remove the bolt and the wheel speed sensor from the wheel knuckle. Position the wheel speed sensor aside. To install, tighten to 14 Nm (10 lb-ft).
6. Using a crow's foot wrench, remove and discard the lower arm ball joint nut. To install, tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
7. Using a pry bar, push the lower arm downward until the ball joint is clear of the lower arm.
8. After separating the lower arm ball joint from the wheel knuckle, immediately install the special tool over the ball stud before releasing the lower arm and knuckle into the rest position. Leave the special tool in place during service, only remove prior to reassembly.
9. Using the special tool, press the halfshaft from the wheel bearing and hub. Support the halfshaft in a level position.
10. Remove and discard the wheel knuckle-to-strut and spring assembly nut and flagbolt. To install, tighten to 175 Nm (129 lb-ft).
11. Remove the wheel knuckle. If necessary, remove the wheel hub and bearing. For additional information, refer to «WHEEL BEARING AND HUB»(/ford/five-hundred/i-2004-2007/remont/suspension-front/#front-suspension) .
12. To install, reverse the removal procedure. Use new wheel knuckle fasteners.

SPECIAL TOOL CHART Remover, Front Wheel Hub 205-D070 (D93P-1175-B) or equivalent Adapter, Part of 307-8 (T81P-77000-A) 307-102 (T81P-70363-A4)

Note. Turn the ignition switch to the UNLOCKED position.

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1. Loosen the strut and spring assembly mount nuts. Tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
2. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to «JACKING & LIFTING»(/ford/five-hundred/i-2004-2007/remont/hoistjack/#jacking-lifting) .
3. Remove and discard the front axle wheel hub nut. Tighten to 350 Nm (258 lb-ft).
4. Remove the tie-rod-to-wheel knuckle nut, then separate the tie-rod from the wheel knuckle. To install, tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
5. Remove and discard the stabilizer bar link-to-strut nut. To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
6. Remove the front brake disc. For additional information, refer to «FRONT DISC BRAKE»(/ford/five-hundred/i-2004-2007/remont/mechanical-hydraulic/#front-disc-brake-system) .
7. Detach the wheel speed sensor harness from the strut.
8. Remove the bolt and the wheel speed sensor from the wheel knuckle. Position the wheel speed sensor aside. To install, tighten to 14 Nm (10 lb-ft).
9. Using a crow's foot wrench, remove and discard the lower arm ball joint nut. To install, tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
10. Using a pry bar, push the lower arm downward until the ball joint is clear of the lower arm.
11. After separating the lower ball joint from the wheel knuckle, immediately install the special tool over the ball stud before releasing the lower arm and knuckle into the rest position. Leave the special tool in place during service and only remove prior to reassembly.
12. Using the special tool, press the halfshaft from the wheel bearing and hub. Support the halfshaft in a level position.
13. Remove and discard the 4 strut and spring assembly nuts.
14. Remove the wheel knuckle and the strut and spring as an assembly.
15. Remove and discard the wheel knuckle-to-strut and spring assembly nut and flagbolt. To install, tighten to 175 Nm (129 lb-ft).
16. Separate the strut and spring assembly from the wheel knuckle.
17. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Disassembly and Assembly

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1. Using a suitable spring compressor, slightly compress the spring to remove initial tension. While holding the strut rod, loosen the nut. Continue to compress the spring until tension is relieved.
2. Remove the appearance cap from the strut rod.
3. While holding the strut rod, remove and discard the upper strut mount nut. Remove the strut and spring assembly mount and washer. To install, tighten to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
4. Inspect the strut mount and seat-bearing assembly. The spring insulator should not be cracked, torn or distorted. The strut bearing should turn freely without grinding. Install a new strut and spring assembly mount, if necessary. To install, tighten to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
5. Decompress and remove the spring. Remove the dust boot and jounce bumper. To maintain wheel camber: Position the notch and arrow on the upper strut mount outboard opposite the locator tab on the strut. To adjust camper +0.5 degrees: Position the notch and arrow on the upper strut mount inboard aligned with the locator tab on the strut.
6. To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.

See also:
• SUSPENSION SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION
• FRONT DISC BRAKE
• WHEELS & TIRES
• JACKING & LIFTING
• EXHAUST SYSTEM
• WHEEL KNUCKLE