Parts for your 2014 Ford Falcon-Coil springs

2014 Ford Falcon Coil Springs – What They Do and When to Replace Them

Technical references including the Ford FG MkII/FG X Workshop Manual (2014), Ford Australia specification sheets for FG MkII/FG X, and major suspension fitment catalogues from Monroe and KYB confirm that the 2014 Ford Falcon is fitted with coil springs. All variants run front coil springs as part of a double‑wishbone front suspension, while sedans use coil springs at the rear with Control Blade independent rear suspension. Falcon utes pair front coils with rear leaf springs. So yes—coil springs are relevant to the 2014 Falcon.

On this model, the coil springs carry the vehicle’s weight, set the ride height, and help keep the tyres planted over rough Aussie and Kiwi roads. They work with the dampers to soak up bumps and stabilise cornering, which is why a tired spring can make a Falcon feel floaty, sit unevenly, or chew out tyres prematurely. If the rear of a sedan looks saggy or the front end sits low, there’s a fair chance the coils have lost rate or are cracked.

They’re not a routine “time-based” replacement item, but they should be inspected at every service or at least every 20,000 km. Look for broken coils, flaking paint and rust, collapsed rubber insulators, and shiny “polished” spots where coils are touching. Any crack means replacement—no ifs. Always replace in axle pairs to keep handling balanced, and book a wheel alignment afterwards.

When fitting new springs, using the correct rate and free length for the variant is key—sedan, XR, LPG, towing pack, and police spec all have different loadings. Don’t heat, cut, or clamp coils to adjust height, that’s unsafe and illegal. A proper spring compressor and the right torque on mounts are musts. It also pays to renew top mounts, bearings, isolators, and bump stops while you’re in there—cheap insurance against future knocks and squeaks.

Owners who tow, carry hefty loads, or drive on corrugated roads can consider heavy‑duty or progressive‑rate coils, matched with appropriate dampers. That keeps the Falcon level under load without turning the daily drive into a bone‑shaker. Keeping the ride height within factory spec helps alignment, braking, and the overall feel this Aussie icon is known for.

• Tell‑tales: uneven ride height, clunks over bumps, rapid or uneven tyre wear, increased body roll, and excessive bounce.
• After any spring work: get a four‑wheel alignment and check tyre pressures.

Popular questions about 2014 Ford Falcon coil springs

Do all 2014 Falcons have rear coil springs?
Sedans do—the Control Blade IRS uses separate rear coils and shocks. Utes run coil springs up front but leaf springs out back for load carrying, so rear coils don’t apply to the ute.

How long do the factory coils last?
There’s no fixed expiry, and many go well past 150,000–200,000 km. Replace sooner if you notice sagging, cracks, or uneven ride height, especially on cars that tow or live on rough roads.

Can a single broken coil be replaced on its own?
It’s best practice to replace in pairs on the same axle to keep ride height and handling even. Mixing an old spring with a new one can lead to a lean and odd steering feel.