How do you replace shocks on a 1996 ford crown Victoria?

Answer 1

For the front, it is an easy job. Just unbolt the top and bottom, pull the shock out, and replace. For the rear shocks, it is a bigger job. Ford really buried the top nut up in the frame. The best way is to have the car on a hoist, almost impossible on jack stands, but you can try. The lower bolt is no problem to remove, its when you try for the top nut. It is almost impossible to get a wrench in there to remove the old rusted top nut. The best way is to cut it off with a torch, with a water hose in your helpers hand. Be very careful if you use the torch, the air shock plastic line runs in the area, if equiped. You will need to give it a shot of water to stop the rubber bushing from burning. If you remove the rear tires, look thru the frame on top, and you will see where you have to go. Good luck. Or, do the front, and have the garage do the rear.