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1996-1998 Ford Taurus Front Suspension Exploded Diagram - Ford Part Numbers

Exploded parts catalog illustration for Taurus front suspension and steering with numerous part numbers and assembly arrows.

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This is a page from a Ford parts catalog (Catalog: Taurus - E, Section 30: Front Suspension & Steering) showing an exploded-view diagram of the front suspension for the Ford Taurus. The illustration identifies components such as the coil spring (5310), strut mount hardware (3B154, 18183, 3B455), strut/shock absorber (18124), stabilizer bar (5482), stabilizer bar links (5K484), bushings (5493, 5486), steering knuckle (3K185), hub (1104), wheel bolt (1107), lower control arm (3078/3079 area), tension strut (3069/5C561), and dust shield kit (5304). Numerous Ford fastener part numbers are called out, including N803766-S60, N804608-S150, N804002-S100, N811008-S100, N807144-S60, N811530-S100, N800937-S193, W520214-S60, N806899-S60, N807089-S101, N808218-S101, N808391-S100, N802324-S60, N803990-S160, N808354-S, N808215-S100, N808466-S428, N806364-S100, W611633-S60, W500746-S426, W705677-S301, and W520215-S427. A legend indicates parts marked with a square symbol are SHO ONLY, # denotes knuckle-to-caliper fasteners, and % denotes parts included in the 5304 kit. Year-specific fastener sizes are noted (1996/98 = 12MM; 1997 = 14MM). Drawing reference P-30907, dated 9/26/2000. Readers can identify Ford part/base numbers for ordering front suspension components and hardware.

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Frequently asked questions

What Ford part number is the front coil spring on the Taurus?
The coil spring is identified by base number 5310 in the exploded diagram.
Which parts in this Taurus front suspension diagram are SHO only?
Parts marked with the green square symbol are SHO only: 3C212, 5493, N802324-S60, 3C209, 5C561, 5359, 5C188, and W611633-S60.
What is the difference in the subframe/control arm bolts between 1996/98 and 1997 Taurus?
The diagram notes W500746-S426 and W520214-S60 for 1996/98 (12MM), while W705677-S301 and W520215-S427 apply to 1997 (14MM).
What do the # and % symbols mean in this diagram?
The legend states # = knuckle-to-caliper fasteners (e.g., N808354-S) and % = part of the 5304 kit (e.g., N811530-S100 and N800937-S193).
What base number identifies the front strut on this Taurus diagram?
The strut/shock absorber assembly is labeled 18124 in the diagram.

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