Mach 1 Shock and Strut Install

When the Mach1 was reproduced by Ford in 2003, the Mustang was outfitted with revalved Tokico shocks and struts. These high quality aftermarket units greatly improved handling and offered excellent ride quality. As the aftermarket got their hands on the Mach’s suspension parts, it became commonplace to upgrade your GT and V6 Mustang suspension with the tighter Mach units - especially on lowered Mustangs.

The part numbers are:Front Strut 3R3Z-18124-AB (03-04 Mach1) Rear Shock 3R3Z-18125-AB (03-04 Mach1)

Replace the Shocks

1. Raise the rear of vehicle and support frame on jack stands.
2. Support the rear axle with floor jack.
3. Locate the upper retaining nuts for shock inside trunk.

4. Remove 15mm upper retaining nut. 5. Remove lower 18mm retaining nut and 15mm retaining bolt.

6. Remove old shock absorber.

7. Installation is in reverse order of removal.

Replace the Struts

1. Raise the front of vehicle and support frame on jack stands.
2. Support the lower control arm with floor jack.

3. Raise the lower control arm slightly

4. Remove 21mm that attaches the strut to the upper mount.

5. Remove the strut to steering knuckle 24mm nuts and 21mm bolts.

6. Remove old strut. 7. Installation is in reverse order of removal.

That’s it, enjoy your improved handling and ride quality.