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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 10. Support the front suspension lower arm with a jack stand. 
11. Remove the nut and the ABS sensor wire bracket. 
12.
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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual Installation 
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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 2. Check wheel alignment. Adjust if necessary. For additional information, refer to Section 204 - 00  . Klj .  5 ba
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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION 
Shock Absorber 
Removal 
 WARNING: All vehicles are equipped with gas pressurized shock absorbers which will 
extend unassisted. Do not apply heat or flame to the shock absor

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 7. Support the front suspension lower arm (3078) with a jack stand. 
8. Disconnect the shock absorber (18124) from the spindle (3105). 
1. Remove and discard the nuts and bolts. 
2. Disconnect the sho

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FORD MUSTANG 2003  Workshop Manual 14. Remove the sleeve and the bushing. 
Installation  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.  Klj .  3 ba
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