2004-2014 Ford F-150 Front Strut Replacement Procedure
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- Опубликовано: 2 окт 2024
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In this video I go over in detail just how to change out the front coil over shocks on this truck. All years are basically the same, these are widely known for the springs cracking. Check yours today if you live in the salt belt you will likely run across this before long.
Torque Specs-
Blue Medium Strength Thread locker used on fasteners.
Upper Mount 15mm Nuts- 35ft lbs
Lower Cross Through Bolt- 350ft lbs!
Wheel Lug Nuts- 150 ft lbs
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These are the Loaded Struts I Recommend (check fitment guide)-
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What about 2018 4x2 loaded struts?
FordTechMakuloco just for clarity do you recommend the KYB struts over the Motorcraft (part numbers GU2Z-18A092-K) ones?
My 2012 f150 makes a crunching sound when the front-passenger side wheel drops off of a curb. I noticed that the cylinder inside of the coil spring has a big crack in it. I’m guessing that could be the problem or a symptom of a larger problem. What do you think?
Just checked the amazon link these struts do not fit 2012 f150 2wd vehicles
Michael Casey because this is a 4x4 truck n the video
I appreciate your videos, I was a tech in the Air Force and got away from turning wrenches. As my F150 needs it your videos have given me the boost to get back out there and do it myself. Thanks for taking the time to do them.
What trade? I was Avionics, I and E and I to have my 1999 F150 that I hug regularly.
Thank you Sir. I used this as my reference material to swap my Ford Expedition struts. I found the 30mm needed the deep socket, like the one you used and the Milwaukee M18 high torque impact driver. So i used the money I saved on labour to buy a few more tools and got the job done. I did not have a 406lb torque wrench, the price of 0-600 lb wrenches is shocking. If I can find a deal I will buy one, if not next time i am in a shop i will add a torque check to the job, For now the Milwaukee with 1100 ft lbs of torque rammed them on. BTW you are an amazing teacher, so much detail, I feel confident that with your videos and the right tools, I can better maintain my fords.
2005 f150 owner here. Just wanted to let you know your videos are great. Very informative and very easy to understand. Keep up the good work.
Mopar knows all about rust. that's a fact lol.
I bet they have good connections for a tow truck too!
If only they had a change transmission light every 50k lol
Change your fluid. That will help.
Yeah my ram was a nightmare to fix and put on all new suspension haha
Hey great vid, I replaced the coil spring assembly on my truck not long ago. Just a tip I had a cardboard box from Uhaul in the garage and I cut a square and put it between the CV boot and the bottom of the coil spring assembly so it doesnt tear anything when it comes up. Thanks for posting all these!
Did my struts along with both the four wheel drive actuators the other day. Your videos really helped me out. It would have been a lot harder without your tips. Everything is working great now. Oh and I ordered some of the Mopar rust penetrant. I normally use Kano Aerokroil which is a lot more expensive but good stuff too. So we'll see if the Mopar lives up to your claims. Thanks for all the videos man. You are #1 in my book. Next project is the rear end differential.
Thank you very much for the great instructions. I replaced my front left and right struts, Driver side wheel bearing, and my front brakes on each side. I followed your instructions and everything went nice and easy. THANKS AGAIN.
Goodby Dealer repair or any mechanic. You are showing that many repairs can be done by me, in the garage. I don't have the words to express my gratitude for sharing this information. Thank you very much. But wait, what is that sound coming from the garage? Oh, it's my 2006 Lincoln Mark Lt thanking you too.
Thanx for the video. I am doing this job on a 2011 f150 raptor next week.
I know you have a million people thanking you for saving them money, but make it one million one and counting. Thank you sir!!!
Man I really appreciate the videos you post! They have helped me repair and have knowledge to future repair my Expedition. Thank you!
Thank you for this video. I recently purchased the Rough Country 4 inch struts for my 2019 F150 with a 4 inch BDS lift easy off / easy on
I notice the vacuum hose to the hub was off. But I am guessing that you did that since you changed the CV axle also. Am I correct? Great video by the way. Thanks for being my informative Ford tech. Helps a lot!
This video just saved me about $400. Thanks man.
So how long was that truck on the bottom of the Atlantic?
hi
Just looks like it spent a few winters in Wisconsin.
badderthanyou in canada that's 2 days in winter 😂😂
Sad but this is what American vehicles look like. I work with guys with 5-6 year old Dodge and Ford trucks with rust all over the fenders...disappointing for the price and supposed American quality.
Truth!
You really gave me the confidence to save money and tackle this project! Big thanks
First of I want to say I have watched several of your videos and they are all top notch. Thank you for your time and effort in putting these together. I have two questions on the strut install -1 I ordered the struts from your link. When I went to mount the new strut I had to pry down on the lower control arm to get it into position. Is this because my truck has a 5" lift and is this normal? And 2, you didn't show torquing the lower strut bolt. Do I need to spend several hundred on a torque wrench that will do 350 foot pounds that I might use twice in my lifetime?
Thankyou for taking the time to do this video, I just replaced mine with your help.
This was the best video..this other guy I watched that fooo took everything apart..
Very helpful videos! New struts on my 05 in no time!
Thanks for the video, replaced struts in an '07 F-150 and this video helped greatly. I just wanted to tell you for the next time you do this, you don't have to unbolt the outer tie rod end, it slips right out with it in place. Once again, great video.
I think maybe you have a 2wd model. He was working on a 4wd
1 1/16 on one side, 29 mm on the other. That's a Ford, alright!
I love my Fords, but that constant switch-up drives me insane.
It's the same with chevy and dodge, confuses the fuck out of me when I need to find like one sae wrench.
1 1/16 inch = 27mm wrench, Worst was GM mid 80s, chassis vs engine, one changed to metric before the other
its 30mm and 27mm deep socket
Get a Nissan 350z
If you think about it, how many of you DIY'rs have 2 1-1/6 wrenchs or 2 29mm's ? Most DIY mechanics have a full sets of sae and metric wrenchs and sockets though...I have 2 of everything from 3/8 thru 3/4 and a couple extra 1/2 and 9/16 bought some 40 years ago because back then you always needed 2 of everything...
Quick question or questions. I was experiencing shaking when coming to a stop so I had my rotors inspected. The front rotors were warped and too thin to just smooth out which I figured so they were replaced yet I am still experiencing shaking when coming to a stop. Is there possibly a tire issue? Did they do a botched job? I greatly appreciate any info you have.
Excellent video. Hi def and well explained. Great camera angles and super easy to follow. Kudos and thank you for taking the time to put this together!
I thought I already watched this. I noticed truck also got a new half axle and ewi hub. Good job. I ALWAYS watch your video related to something I have to do to my "05 f150 4x4 5.4
Hey makuloco what is the quality on the kyb shocks and is the ride like stock? Thanks. Love your videos.
Very good, concise, informative video!
Just bought a 2014 F150 lariat... Ill be searching for your posts on these trucks lol. Good info to know.
+nicholas elias lots of good info on those here.
it is good info
Mine just went and I'm doing it tomorrow myself so thanks for this video.
Also on the other video the tierod was pointed downward. Does it matter which way the nut sits either top or bottom?
Great video. Been watching your videos for learning and I been learning a lot. keep it up
Nice Job. I like how you explained everything in detail. Thank you
Hi Another great video. Love all your videos... Your channel is my go to to get accurate detailed information. Thank you... Question: You mention not to tighten that lower shock and strut bolt to lower arm till the vehicle is at ride height. I thought I wiuld just then snug it and wait till I lowered the truck to then tighten. But then I saw you get the control arm to ride height using a jack stand.
How do you know what the exact ride height is without lowering rhe truck?
Thanks...
I'm looking at this job next weekon my 2013 F150 FX4 3.5L V6 DOHC Turbo. I was pretty hesitant about doing this myself until I saw this video. Thanks for the great explanation. Question.. I have a leveling kit on my truck, does this make a difference on the replacement?
Man in Oklahoma we don't see that amount of corrosion...I would be spraying undercoating on that bad boy a couple times a year!
Did I hear you right? 350 ft lbs? That's tighter than a cornered nun.
higher than my torq wrench goes
Mine too. I just hit top 260Ftlbs: What next...?
On a 2010 2wd, the lower strut mount goes into a cup-like thing so the lower control arm has to be lowered much more. The lower mount bolt nut takes a 30 mm socket, too. On the first try, I couldn't get the tie-rod end loose without destroying it so I ended up putting it back together. Will try again tomorrow. Maybe the tie-rod will lower enough without taking it apart. Also I had to unmount the brake hose and antiskid wires to keep from breaking them.
Thank you for this awesome video! Quick question though: when you reinstall the giant bolt on the lower control arm, how do you torque it to 350 ft lbs.?
I torque it to 250ft lbs with my torque wrench then use a breaker bar and cheater to give it another 1/8 to 1/4 of a turn to get it close.
Ah ok. From the angle, it didn't look like there was enough room to fit a torque wrench in there. Thanks for the info!
The lower mounting nut is a 30mm not a 29mm.
It was 29 for me
I have a issue whint de instruments panel brake light pop on and still. My truck is a ford 150 stx 2006, 4x2, thanks for you videos
Brian, my 2013 f150 doesn't have the aluminum bottom A frame, mine is black metal and the cup where the bottom of strut fits is way different and harder to get in than the aluminum setup. Just wanted to mention the difference.
Is it recommended to get an alignment after these parts are replaced? Is it required?
No need on these.
Hello. At about 11:29 ride height is referenced while the vehicle is supported by a jack stand. To complete the final tightening, is there a specific height that needs to be measured? please clarify
Thanks
Take a measurement from the center of the axle nut to the bottom of the fender then while the vehicle is on the ground then use this measurement for your reference when tightening suspension components.
FordTechMakuloco Thanks for your help
Huge help on it tomorrow !
this is for 2004 (new) to 2013... 2014, the strut design was changed...
Thanks for the great video! .Just did this myself, went pretty smooth, tie rod dropped right out after loosening the nut, no hammering was needed. Moving the bottom knuckle of the shock back into the slot of the control arm was easily done without a pry bar or anything for me. Because of this video I knew exactly what to expect, it really helped.
The lower strut nut is 30mm for my 2013 f150.
I did an 09 and it was 26mm on one side and 30mm on the other side.
Watching this video makes me even happier I live in the southwest, 180+ K on my 2013 F150 4x4 no rust on frame or suspension.
Lol I’ve never seen anyone mention the mopar stuff befor. But that’s all we use at our shop. It’s literally the best we’ve used for rusted, corroded or sticky bolts
You’re the BEST Technician EVER!!…. Thank you so much for sharing your great knowledge, and your videos are so good quality just like you are, thanks again,
May God bless you All.
Mostly Old Parts And Rust... figures they make the best rust penetrant.
Excellent Video. However after ordering my Struts,for my 2010 FX4, I went to replace them and found I did not have a cast aluminum lower control arm as seen in your video. Instead, I had a steel one with a slot/hole where the large bolt holds the bottom of the Strut. It was just inpossible to lift it up out of it's hole in the steel control arm. Looked for a video showing a similar type control arm and found none.
Chuck Taylor I just went to do mine as well and found the exact same thing. Can't get that strut out at all.
For anyone else having the same issue like I did, Autozone put out a great video showing how to do it on the other model truck. You have to remove the upper control are ball join nut and drop the sway bar off the truck as well to get it out
Found the same in a 2013. It’s a big steel “nest” the strut bottom sits in. Had to loosen the ball joints and have my wife SIT on a 4’ pry bar to lower the control arm enough to make it work both off and back on. Otherwise these videos are spot on!!
Great video my question is why are other videos showing so much more disassembly?
Likely because this guy is doing an assembly. And not compressing the spring and keeping the existing spring.
HI FTM! Another super video! But I am commenting in hopes you can help with this question. I am installing Bilsteins and need to rebuild the struts of my 2016 F150. Is there a strut compression tool that you would recommend? Seems like its either an Autozone rental or buying an $850 wall mounted spring compressor. Feast or Famine. I am just a DIY guy and would love to hear from you about this. I think I am more concerned about getting a tool that doesn't fit the spring or isn't capable of compressing the truck springs. Any recommendations? Big Thanks!
Could I use this method when installing a level kit strut spacer? And using a spring compressor?
To anyone here, Is the front strut replacement procedure close to the same for a 2008 Crown Victoria P71? It looks like there is a sway bar and a control arm in the way of the strut assembly. I have not found a video for it yet on youtube. Great video by the way.
+Kwame Mayes Yes yours is done in a similar fashion, you want to remove the upper control arm nut though.
FordTechMakuloco Thanks!
You are extremely clear in all your videos and I have been using them for a few years now. Thank you for making them available. I currently have a 2012 F150 4x4 that I’m about to install a 2 inch leveling kit on. Would this video be good to follow or will I have to remove the knuckle?
So glad I left Minnesota for Dallas, just swapped my rear shocks, truck looks brand new underneath still on a 2013. Front should be a breeze. Doing billstein 5100 on all 4.
Excellent video, do you have an update for a 2019 f150 diesel 3.0. Thanks
Do you have a specific brand of shock/strut you would recommend? I have a 2010 Ford F-150 xlt 4x4.
KYB for the front strut assembly and Bilstein for rear shock absorber
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Best mechanic help videos on the Internet save me thousands of dollars thank you very much and I watch these videos just for fun
i just did both of them on my truck. I have to go back and put loctite on the threads but I have a question about torque on the lower strut bolt. I don't have a wrench that can do 350 ft lbs but I have an impact wrench. Is it sufficient if I just torque it down with that impact driver?
This is the one. Just watch this video and DIY. Saved me $600 and I was able to get better parts than the shop was trying to sell me.
I didn't grow up wrenching on vehicles. I'm learning as I go here and really appreciate people like this who take the time to share their knowledge. That means more to me at the moment than the money I saved.
Man, these are my go-to vids for my F150. Thanks! However! I cannot get that big "beefy" bolt out of the bottom of the strut! Can someone please throw me some advice? With the truck jacked up, I've raised the lower arm up a little, down a little to see if it was tension keeping that bolt in...nothing. Can't figure it out.
Thank you FordTecMakeuloco! Installed Kyb loaded struts on my 2005 lariat this weekend. The job went flawlessly because of your insightful video. Start to finish less than 2 hours including coffee break. Next project is spark plugs and coils. Hope they don't break. Thanks again and keep up the great videos.
Did you break any plugs? If not, what removal technique did you use?
I've heard a few people talking about Detroit axle quick struts do you have any experience or opinion on them? I love the videos you've helped me out a ton! Thanks
Hey! Love your videos! I have a 2011 XL 4x4 with the HD package and can't get the bottom of my strut out, it's different than the one shown. It sits in a channel so I can't go front to back or side to side. The lower control arm won't go down far enough to get it out. Ever run into that? Anything I can do about it? Thanks for any help!
I am planning on upgrading to bilstein 5100 i have 128k on my 2010 xlt 4x4. Do you recommend changing the coil springs as well? They visually look good but I have heard mixed opinions on this. Appreciate your time and great videos!
Thank you for the video. I learned a lot from you. Do you any plan to do the f150 2015 and up?
maintaining my 2011 ford f150 supercrew with 3.5 ecoboost is easy with your great detailed explanations... replace plugs using your videos . now struts and shocks with only 104,000 on truck.. thanks for the help... keep up the good work.... spudlocker..
My tie rod ends are reverse. The nut is facing towards the ground rather than up towards the truck. I cannot get the tie rod end to come upward and out of the slot. Anybody else have any problems with this or any recommendations?
Brian, have you done a video on the rear coil over struts? It appears there are some stabilizing pieces in the way keeping the strut in. 2011 Expedition 2WD vehicle.
Man, I'm glad I live in Arizona, I have a 2009 f150 it's clean as a whistle under the truck !
Mark Collins same here, I can't believe how rusty those northeast vehicles get.
Nice video just about to start Rancho Quick lift install "2008 F-150 XL 2wd" and no other video mentioned the lock tight, wire brushing the threads or loading the strut before torquing it down
Brandon Armstrong how did those Quick lift work? I put some on my 08 F150 2WD and I just don't like how they pull down on the upper control arm.
Concerned that loaded struts may not have the same spring specs as my old ones.
Me too that why I wanna go OEM
Great instructional video! Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge. If the spring wasn't broken would you just replace the inner shock? Or is that even possible? Thank you in advance for your reply!!
I want to know this answer as well for a 08 Expedition @FordTechMakuloco
You can replace just the inner shock, but it's a lot more work and can be dangerous if you don't know what you're doing. Spring compression tools can be sketchy.
Your videos are the best man. I've made a few with my 2010 F150 and was going to make one showing me changing the struts and four-wheel drive actuator but you set the bar too high man! One question for you though, on my truck the tie rod end faces down not up. I went and double checked it last night to be sure and it definitely faces down. I assumed it varies? Anyway keep the videos coming man you know your stuff. Best on RUclips in my opinion.
Yes it varies throughout the years.
Does this way work on a 2014 fx4 with the newer style strut w/ the 2 vertical bolts and steel lca's?
Did you find out?
This didn't work for m, but It ended up being not too bad. I went ahead and replaced all the upper/lower control arms with units that had grease zerks since i live in an extreme environment, and it's all clean and new now
Wow Brian this is awsome I have an 11 year old f150 and I always wanted to learn how to do this just in case anything happens to my truck thanks awsome vid as always very thorough on how you explain things keep it up and thanks.
Why don't they coat these trucks in some type of lining to slow down the rusting process in the engine bay?
You have been amazing on your knowledge of these Ford trucks.. I just bought a 08 F-150 for 2500 bucks and I've been stressed with all the work I've had to do but it's paying off. I had a 5.8 before this for about 15 yrs and rarely had to do much. Your videos have been great with helping me to diagnose problems
Phasers go out yet?
Those top nuts are hateful to get at. I like the front end setup on these newer style F150s though, I don't know if they'll live as long as a set of I beams but they're a lot easier to work on.
Thank you for showing this way. It’s way easier than other channels show. There is no reason to remove the knuckle.
Thank you for the excellent video and giving all the torque ft lbs. of each.
@FordTechMakuloco would this technique work when putting a strut leveling spacer on
I replaced my struts and coils on my 07 150 using your video. However it seems like the front end is now a little higher than before. Is this normal? Is there a settling period? Or where my old ones so busted they were sagging?
Will the monroe quick struts work if I have a rough country 6 inch lift?
I'm thinking yes...I believe it's just a strut spacer on top of the stock strut so I'll just have to remove the spacer and install on the new quick strut before installing....???correct?? Thx 2007 xlt
Great Step by Step! Nice description along the way - and Thanks for not missing anything!
#350 , that is a breaker bar and how long of pipe . I guess I did not realize that bolt was #350 .
Lots of for force huh? The strut bolts where it connects to the knuckle is 220 ft lbs on my subcompact car.
would you recommend Moog Struts for a 05 f150 2wd
I think Moog complete struts are a good buy over the other economical brands out there yes.
Very grateful for your videos! They have saved me time and money, and are just fun to watch even if I don’t have a pending repair to make. I have a 2005 King Ranch F150 with 139,000 miles. Definitely has bad lower ball joints on both sides, and a visually torn rubber boot on the passenger side upper control arm joint. I think it is safe to assume that most if not all the front end suspension components are shot, and it seems like it would make sense to replace them all while I have stuff taken apart. I am planning to replace upper control arms, lower ball joints, inner and outer tie rods, coil over shock assemblies and stabilizer bar linkage. Maybe wheel bearing hub assemblies too. Is there a particular order I should use for all this to avoid uninstalling/reinstalling parts unnecessarily? Seems like this coil over shock repair would be easier while the drive shaft is out of the hub and the knuckle is out if the way for the ball joint repair. Just worried about things like torquing that bolt at ride height. Wouldn’t I need to finish the ball joint and upper control arm repair first to raise the lower control arm to ride height. Just trying to make a plan...any advice would be appreciated.
And now I know how to add my level kit
Did you ever install your front spacers this way? How hard was it to slide the bottom of the strut back into place when having spacers on top?
Too some persuasion
Your a dam good instructor, keep up the excellent work. I have one request, Can you do a electrical wiring video, on how to find a short within the electrical system. Thank You.
Do you have a video using the old springs and installing new struts?
I noticed when you were putting the new strut in you must have put a new cv axle in as well.
Yes this was a multi line RO.
@@FordTechMakuloco have a question. Have you ever had a f150 that the struts make a rattle sound over bumps?
How much money do you charge for the labor replacing one side front strut
Wowwww buddy. Is that a Minnesota vehicle. My goodness. I hope your anyi seize sprays worked for you! Enjoy your videos!! Your setup was much easier. No coil compression. I'll be removing Motorcraft original shocks and putting on B6 bilsteins. Need to find a good coil compressor. All the ones I have found scare me.
Look like the shock is same with ford ranger T6 2.2 model ?
Doing this with the 2 inch leveling strut from rough country would I still be able to get by with no alignment? Thanks