Parts for your 2009 Ford Falcon-Strut mounts

2009 Ford Falcon strut mounts — not a thing (here’s why)

Looking for strut mounts for a 2009 Ford Falcon? Here’s the rub: they’re not used on this model. Factory service information for the FG-series Falcon (2008–2014) and mainstream AU/NZ parts catalogues make it clear the car doesn’t run MacPherson struts, so there are no “strut mounts” or strut-top bearings to replace. Up front it uses a short–long arm (SLA) double‑wishbone arrangement with a coil‑over shock absorber, and down the back it runs Control Blade independent rear suspension. Steering and suspension loads are handled by the upper and lower control arms and ball joints, not by a strut tower and top bearing like you’d see in a MacPherson setup.

That design choice is straight from Ford’s FG Falcon workshop documentation (front suspension: short–long arm, rear suspension: Control Blade IRS) and is echoed in common workshop catalogues used across Australia and New Zealand, which list shock absorber upper mounts/bushes and insulators for these cars rather than strut-top bearings. Whether it’s a 2009 Falcon sedan or ute, the architecture is the same story: no struts, so no strut mounts.

What should owners and techs look at instead? Think “shock mounts and bushes”, not “strut mounts”. The key wear items that mimic strut-mount symptoms are:

• Front shock absorber upper mounts/insulators and lower bushes
• Front upper and lower control arm bushes and ball joints
• Rear shock mounts and Control Blade/knuckle bushes

Typical signs these bits need attention include front-end knocks over sharp bumps, vague steering on coarse chip, tramlining, or cupped tyre wear. During regular servicing, it’s smart to inspect the shocks and their mounts every 20,000–30,000 km, or sooner if the Falcon tows, carries loads, or lives on rough roads. If replacing shocks, do the upper mounts/insulators at the same time to keep noise and vibration down. Always torque control arm bolts with the vehicle at ride height, and book a wheel alignment after front-end work to keep tyre wear even and the steering wheel dead straight.

Bottom line for the 2009 Ford Falcon: skip the strut-mount search. Focus on shock mounts, control arm bushes, and ball joints to restore that planted Falcon feel Aussie and Kiwi drivers expect.

Popular questions

Does a 2009 Ford Falcon have strut mounts?
No. The FG-series Falcon uses a double‑wishbone front end and Control Blade IRS, so there are no MacPherson struts and no strut-top bearings. Instead, it has shock absorber upper mounts/insulators and a stack of control arm bushes and ball joints that do the heavy lifting.

What should be replaced instead of strut mounts on a 2009 Falcon?
When chasing front-end noises or vague steering, look at the front shock upper mounts, the upper and lower control arm bushes and ball joints, and the rear shock mounts and Control Blade bushes. These are the typical wear items that affect ride and steering feel on an FG Falcon.

How can someone tell if the shock mounts or bushes are worn?
Common clues are clunks over potholes, a rubbery thud entering driveways, steering wander, and irregular tyre wear. A visual check may show cracked or perished rubber, weeping shocks, or excessive movement when levering the arm. If in doubt, a workshop can road test and inspect on a hoist to pinpoint the culprit.