Parts for your 2016 Ford Falcon-Shock absorbers

2016 Ford Falcon Shock Absorbers

Shock absorbers are absolutely fitted to the 2016 Ford Falcon (FG X). Ford’s FG X Workshop Manual and the Ford Australia FG X specification guides note a strut-type front suspension (a damper integrated with the spring) and an independent rear setup using separate coil springs and dampers on sedans. Long-running technical references such as Gregory’s/Max Ellery’s Falcon manuals and Autodata service specifications also list front struts and rear shocks for the FG/FG X platform. So yes—shock absorbers are relevant and very much part of the 2016 Falcon’s suspension.

On this Falcon, the shock absorbers (dampers) keep the tyres planted by controlling spring movement. They rein in bounce over bumps, reduce body roll, and settle the car quickly after braking or lane changes. That translates to better grip, shorter stopping distances, and a calmer, less floaty ride—exactly what drivers expect from a well-sorted Aussie sedan.

As part of routine servicing, it’s smart to inspect the shocks every 20,000–30,000 km, and expect replacement somewhere around 80,000–120,000 km depending on road conditions and driving style. Performance variants (e.g., XR models) and vehicles that tow or carry loads may see faster wear. Always replace in axle pairs to keep the car balanced.

• Tell-tale signs they’re tired: oil weeping on the body, cupped or uneven tyre wear, nose-diving under brakes, extra bounce after speed humps, floaty highway feel, clunks over rough roads, or steering that needs constant correction.
• When fitting new ones: use quality OE-equivalent or tuned performance dampers to match the model, renew mounts/top hats, bump stops and dust boots, torque suspension fasteners at normal ride height, and book a wheel alignment—mandatory if front struts were removed, wise for the rear as well.

Front struts are under spring tension, so safe removal needs proper spring compressors and know-how. If that gear’s not in the shed, letting a pro handle it is the go. After replacement, the Falcon should feel tighter, track straighter, and stop with less drama—plus tyres and other suspension bits will last longer.

For reference, Ford’s FG X Workshop Manual and Ford Australia’s FG X specification sheets outline the front strut and rear damper layout, with further service detail widely captured in Gregory’s/Max Ellery’s manuals and Autodata listings for the FG/FG X range.

• Does the 2016 Ford Falcon have shock absorbers front and rear?
  Yes. The FG X Falcon uses a strut (damper + spring) at the front and separate rear dampers with coil springs on sedans. This layout is documented in Ford’s FG X Workshop Manual and specification guides.
• How often should Falcon shock absorbers be replaced?
  Inspection every 20,000–30,000 km is sensible, with many needing replacement around 80,000–120,000 km. If there’s leakage, bounce, poor stability, or uneven tyre wear, don’t wait—replace in pairs on the same axle.
• Do you need a wheel alignment after replacing Falcon shocks?
  Yes—especially after front strut work, because geometry can shift when the strut is removed. A post-repair alignment ensures proper tyre wear and sharp, predictable handling.