Ford 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual page 173

7. Support the front suspension lower arm (3078) with a jack stand.
8. Disconnect the shock absorber (18124) from the spindle (3105).
1. Remove and discard the nuts and bolts.
2. Disconnect the shock absorber.
9. Carefully lower the front suspension lower arm and remove the jack stand.
10. CAUTION: Do not allow the weight of the vehicle to rest on the front brake disc
shield. Damage to the shield can occur.
Lower the vehicle to access the upper mount nuts and bolt.
11. Remove the shock absorber.
1. Remove the bolt and nuts. Discard the nuts.
2. Remove the shock absorber.
12. Position the shock absorber in a vise.
13. Remove the nut and the front shock absorber mounting bracket (18183).