How To Remove 2005-14 Mustang Shocks, Struts, & Springs

In this article, Jay with LMR.com shows you how to remove the shocks, struts, and springs from your 2005-2014 Mustang. The shocks, struts, and springs in your Mustang are vital suspension parts that must be replaced from time to time. This can be anything from normal wear and tear, upgrading to a performance part, or from damage caused by an accident. Ford recommends replacing these suspension components every 50,000-100,000 miles for optimal performance and overall ride quality.

Today in the shop, we have Jay's 2012 GT500 we will be working on. This car has almost 200k miles on it and still has the factory suspension. We will be upgrading these components, so it is a perfect time to show you how simple this process is. Overall this one should take you roughly an hour to two hours to complete.

• Fits: 2005-2014 Mustangs
• Skill Level: Medium
• Install Time: 2-3 Hours

Product Links:

• 2005-2014 Mustang Suspension Components

Tools Required:

• Lift or Jack and Jack Stands
• Socket Set
• Wrench Set
• Push Pin Removal Tool
• 3/8" and 1/2" Impacts
• Assorted Pry Bars

Removal Steps

1. Prep the Car
   • Pop the hood and trunk.
   • Lift the car with a lift or jack stands.
   • Remove all four wheels.
     
     
     
     
2. Rear Shock & Spring Removal
   • Support the rear differential with a jack.
   • Peel back the trunk liner and remove the upper shock nuts (15mm socket).
   • Remove the lower shock bolts (15mm socket); no need to hold the nut.
   • Drop the rear sway bar by removing one 15mm bolt per side for easier access.
   • Pull out the rear springs once shocks and sway bar are free.
     
     
     
     
3. Front Strut & Spring Removal
   • Disconnect the front sway bar end links (17mm wrench, 18mm socket).
   • Unclip and unbolt the ABS sensor from the strut/spindle (18mm socket).
   • Remove the two lower strut-to-spindle bolts (18mm socket). Use a jack to support the lower A-arm if needed.
   • From the engine bay, remove the four upper strut mount nuts (13mm socket) and carefully remove the strut assembly.
     
     
     
     
4. Front Spring Disassembly
   • Use a spring compressor to compress the coil spring.
   • Remove the upper strut nut (21mm socket with impact).
   • Separate the strut mount and remove the spring.