Notices
Escape & Escape Hybrid Ford Escape, Ford Escape Hybrid, Mercury Mariner, Mazda Tribute

04 Escape stabilizer links

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Aug 20, 2018 | 11:59 AM
  #1  
RubenG's Avatar
RubenG
Thread Starter
|
Mountain Pass
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 249
Likes: 2
From: California
04 Escape stabilizer links

Hello,
I'm getting ready to change out the stabilizer links on an 04 Escape. The rubber is torn and there is a clunk noise. My question is, do you tighten all of the bolts and torque them with the suspension loaded or with the suspension hanging? If the suspension is loaded, do you lower the vehicle on to its wheels first then torque everything? Thanks.
 
Reply
Old Aug 20, 2018 | 02:42 PM
  #2  
simonsi's Avatar
simonsi
Senior User
Joined: Dec 2016
Posts: 358
Likes: 0
Doesn't matter, the joints at both ends are ball joints so simply rotate as the suspension moves.
 
Reply
Old Aug 21, 2018 | 10:45 AM
  #3  
scott91370's Avatar
scott91370
Fleet Mechanic
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 1,909
Likes: 133
From: Burleson, Tx
Shouldn't make a difference but if I remember correctly I had to lift mine a bit to do the swap.
 
Reply
Old Oct 8, 2018 | 03:28 PM
  #4  
Jason Cook's Avatar
Jason Cook
New User
Joined: Jun 2018
Posts: 20
Likes: 0
Its doesn't matter at all.
 
Reply
Old Oct 13, 2018 | 10:12 AM
  #5  
Rjtodd1's Avatar
Rjtodd1
New User
Joined: Jun 2018
Posts: 2
Likes: 0
Originally Posted by Jason Cook
Its doesn't matter at all.
what brand of stabilizer link did you use? Are you happy wth them?
​​
​​​​​
 
Reply
Old May 31, 2019 | 05:54 PM
  #6  
RubenG's Avatar
RubenG
Thread Starter
|
Mountain Pass
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 249
Likes: 2
From: California
Originally Posted by Rjtodd1
what brand of stabilizer link did you use? Are you happy wth them?
​​
​​​​​
Sorry for the late reply,
I used moog brand. Very happy with them, the clunk is gone.
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
2losteve
Explorer, Sport Trac, Mountaineer & Aviator
1
Jan 14, 2011 06:52 PM
Byf619
1997 - 2006 Expedition & Navigator
2
Apr 20, 2007 10:10 AM
Saleenlimited
2004 - 2008 F150
1
Jul 28, 2003 03:58 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 01:43 AM.

story-0
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalytic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-30 18:33:59


VIEW MORE
story-1
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-2
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-3
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE
story-4
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make

And it might be even better than that.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-18 19:26:42


VIEW MORE
story-5
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!

Slideshow: Does lowering an F-150 Lobo RUIN the ride quality?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-18 19:20:37


VIEW MORE
story-6
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

Slideshow: Ford's bizarre fishing-themed Explorer concept has resurfaced after spending decades largely forgotten.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:07:46


VIEW MORE
story-7
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!

Slideshow: The 10 best Ford truck engines we miss the most.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 13:09:47


VIEW MORE
story-8
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?

Slideshow: first look at the 810 hp 2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road!

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-12 12:50:07


VIEW MORE
story-9
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!

Slideshow: Everything You Need to Know about the 2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-07 17:51:06


VIEW MORE