Parts for your 2010 Ford Ranger-Strut mounts

2010 Ford Ranger strut mounts — not a thing on this ute

Short answer: a 2010 Ford Ranger doesn’t use strut mounts. That’s not guesswork — it’s how the front suspension is built from factory. Technical references including the Ford Workshop Manual for the 2010 Ranger (Front Suspension, Sec. 204-01), Gregory’s Ford Ranger PJ/PK 2006–2011 service manual, and major parts catalogues from Monroe/Moog list the front end as an independent double-wishbone (SLA) design with separate shock absorbers and either coil springs (many 4x2 models) or torsion bars (many 4x4 models). Because it’s not a MacPherson strut layout, there’s no strut-top bearing or “strut mount” assembly to replace.

On this Ranger, the steering knuckle pivots on upper and lower ball joints attached to the control arms, while the spring (coil or torsion bar) carries the load. The shock absorber just damps movement and bolts up with simple rubber bushes and washers at the top — nothing like a strut mount that carries vehicle weight and turns with the steering.

If someone’s chasing a “strut-mount” noise or trying to order the part, they’re likely dealing with something else. Common front-end items to inspect or service on a 2010 Ranger include:

• Shock absorber top and bottom bushes, washers and nuts
• Upper and lower control arm bushes and ball joints
• Sway bar links and D-bushes
• Torsion bar anchors/adjusters (where fitted) or front coil seats
• Wheel alignment and tyre wear patterns after any suspension work

Typical symptoms people mistake for a “bad strut mount” — clunks over corrugations, steering nibble, or a thud on lock — are more often tired shock bushes, worn sway bar links, or play in a ball joint. If lifting or levelling the ute, expect to recheck alignment and bump stop clearances, and consider upgraded shocks matched to the ride height. For everyday servicing, have the front end inspected every 20,000–30,000 km, replace perished shock bushes, and torque the shock top nut correctly so it doesn’t squish the bush flat. If the front end creaks, a dab of silicone-safe lube on sway bar bushes can quiet things down.

Bottom line: there’s no strut mount on a 2010 Ford Ranger, so money’s better spent sorting the actual wear items above.

Popular questions about 2010‑Ford‑Ranger strut mounts

Does a 2010 Ford Ranger have strut mounts?
No. It uses a double‑wishbone setup with separate shocks and coil springs or torsion bars, so there’s no strut‑top bearing or mount like a MacPherson strut.

What should be checked instead of strut mounts on a 2010 Ranger?
Look at shock absorber bushes, upper/lower ball joints, control arm bushes, and sway bar links/bushes. These are the usual culprits for front‑end clunks and rattles.

Can an aftermarket kit add struts to a 2010 Ranger?
Some coilover conversions exist, but they’re still not MacPherson struts with strut mounts, they use a shock and spring assembly with their own top hats/bushings and hardware.