Front driver side suspension issue

2000 FORD EXPLORER
198,000 MILES • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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FABAINEC
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Well, i was under the vehicle to change the oil when i noticed a cracked rod of some sort in the suspension.
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Jul 7, 2020 at 11:21 AM
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KASEKENNY
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I attached the picture of what I assume you are referring too? If so, this is the sway bar link. Basically, this connects the sway bar to the suspension.

You can replace this pretty easily. Let me know if you have other questions but I attached the process.
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Jul 7, 2020 at 11:32 AM
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