This is a strut suspension. You have to remove the complete strut. Then you will need a spring compressor to release the coil spring. From there the shock can be changed. It would be cheaper to take the car to someone and have it done as the tool's needed will cost you.
The shocks are there for a reason. Removing them would cause damage.
Yes, with 14 inch wheels.
under drivers side dash
The oil pan is bolted to the bottom of the engine
I set mine at .035
the thermostat is underneath the manifold, follow the top radiator hose and unbolt the manifold. fairly simple.
A 1988 Lincoln Towncar has shocks in the front.
NO belt in the 302cid engine of a 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. it is a chain with gears
Should be. Just take a look at them both.........
They are pressed in and need to be either pressed out and in on the vehicle or remove the spindle and brought to a press to do this.
usually this is caused by a burnt out bulb, or one that is about to go
i'm pretty sure they are not. i had to disconnect the horn on mine (it honked everytime i turned left... kinda awkward) and mine still works