Husband and I opted to work on the van we just purchased in lieu of taking it to a shop. We ordered the parts from the 1AAuto website and need direction on what tools we'll need to replace said parts. I've looked for videos online but can't seem to find the freestar on any of them. Any help?

 

Welcome to the site..

Replacing the front end?
Are you talking the front clip meaning, grille, headlamps, bumper, fenders etc?
Can you be more specific.
We could probably supply you with some shop illustration, steps, but vids, no

 

Lower Control arms, CV/ uv joints, tie rods
And thank you!! I want to know my van baby (she told me her name was Rose, don't think I'm crazy lol) and I want to take care of her.

 

I can send you some shop repair info with illustration and you can decide on the tasks.
But,, we need the vans year..

 

Absolutely!! It's a 2005 Ford Freestar and I really believe these are factory parts, like have never been changed. It shakes pretty bad when driving, decelerating, and braking. Like feels like the wheels are going to fall off. Pretty sure the control arms will take care of that. Also eventually replacing fuel pressure sensor as it's shut off twice on me now when in reverse.

 

Info sent..

 

Need some help trying to get the front passenger control arm changed. We have no idea how to remove the bolt an the top left and furthest to the right. Is there a special tool or penatrating fluid to use? We are at a road block.