Namaac Posted March 12, 2018 Share Posted March 12, 2018 The handling on my mkz has always been smooth for the most part (knock on wood). But now I’m hearing a noise coming from underneath it just about every time I tap or hit the brakes. So I took it to the shop for an inspection and sure enough there was a problem. The mechanic told me the suspension components were pretty much shot and that’s why I was getting all the noise and that I need to seriously consider replacing my front struts and rear shocks. Which I was somewhat hesitant because I thought it was going to be a rather costly expense until I started searching online for parts. I figure I’d save myself a little extra cash in addition to the cost of labor. While searching ebay I found a seller called apx auto parts. It seems they specialize in suspension parts. And they have what I need in stock http://apxautoparts.com/sensen-front-rear-shocks-struts-for-06-09-ford-fusion-lifetime-warranty.html. But I still have some time to think it over. Any advice? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordtech1 Posted March 12, 2018 Share Posted March 12, 2018 I strongly recommend not replacing struts unless you have experience. The springs have to be compressed to remove the strut. I had a customer about kill himself. He took the nut off the strut bearing without compressing it with proper tools. You can take the assembly out and reinstall it but when it comes to swapping the spring, have a shop do it. Other option is to get a loaded strut where the springs are already on the strut. Keep in mind, sometimes that can change ride height until they settle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajcomputer Posted March 12, 2018 Share Posted March 12, 2018 (edited) Just checked, Rock Auto has loaded Motorcraft struts available for this car. Edit: Not sure how to post links with my phone, just look for strut/spring/mount assembly. Edited March 12, 2018 by ajcomputer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzymoomoo Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 Rockauto is awesome, and if anything comes damaged their exchange policy is great. They might even have a package deal so you can get everything you need in one order at an even cheaper price Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twintornados Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 (edited) Rear shocks on first gen Fusion/MKZ are a royal pain in the butt to change... Edited March 13, 2018 by twintornados Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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