Parts for your 2017 Ford Everest-Struts

2017 Ford Everest struts — what’s actually fitted and what to service

Short answer: the 2017 Ford Everest doesn’t use struts. According to Ford’s own technical documentation, the Everest (UA) runs an independent double wishbone front end with a coil-over shock absorber, and a live rear axle with a Watt’s link and separate shock absorbers. A MacPherson strut isn’t part of this layout, so “struts” aren’t a relevant service item on this model year.

Technical sources referenced:

• Ford Everest (UA) Workshop/Service Manual, 2015–2018: Section 204-01 Front Suspension describes a double wishbone IFS with a coil-over shock absorber, no MacPherson strut is specified.
• Ford T6 platform technical presentations (Everest/Ranger): front independent double wishbone, rear solid axle with Watt’s link and outboard shock absorbers.
• Ford parts catalogues for 2017 Everest: list “front shock absorber and spring assembly” and “rear shock absorber,” not “strut.”
• Major AU/NZ aftermarket catalogues (e.g., KYB, Monroe): list front and rear shock absorbers for 2015–2018 Everest/Ranger platform, not strut units.

Why no struts? A MacPherson strut doubles as a structural locating member and needs a tall strut tower tied into a monocoque. The Everest is body-on-frame, tuned for towing and rough-road work, so Ford uses double wishbones up front to control camber and caster via the arms, with a coil-over shock handling damping and springing. It’s tough, packages well for off-road wheel travel, and suits the vehicle’s payload and 4x4 brief.

Seen “front struts” advertised for Everest? That’s usually just loose wording. What’s being sold is a front coil-over shock or a complete shock-and-spring assembly. It’s the correct service part—just not a MacPherson strut. When shopping, match by VIN and build date, and check whether the part is bare (requires transferring the spring and top mount) or supplied as a complete assembly.

What should owners service instead of “struts”? Focus on the shocks and surrounding hardware. Look for oil seepage, dents, or dust-boot damage on the shock bodies, cupped or feathered tyre wear, a floaty or bouncy feel, nose-diving under brakes, or longer stopping distances on corrugations. For Aussie and Kiwi conditions, shocks often last 80,000–120,000 km, but heavy towing, corrugations, or beach work can bring that forward. Replace in axle pairs, torque bushes at ride height, and get a wheel alignment after front shock/coil-over removal or any control arm work. While there, check upper/lower control arm bushes and ball joints, sway bar links and bushes, and rear Watt’s link bushes—these are common wear points that affect ride and tyre life.

FAQs

Does the 2017 Ford Everest have struts or shocks?
It has shocks. Up front it’s a double wishbone with a coil-over shock, out back it’s a solid axle with separate shocks. A MacPherson strut isn’t used on this platform.

I see “front struts” listed online for my Everest—are they the right parts?
They’re typically front coil-over shocks described loosely as struts. They’ll be fine if they’re listed for the Everest UA and matched to your VIN/build date. Confirm whether you’re buying a bare shock or a complete assembled unit.

What suspension maintenance replaces “strut servicing” on a 2017 Everest?
Inspect and replace front and rear shocks as needed, and check control arm bushes, ball joints, sway bar links/bushes, and the rear Watt’s link bushes. After front-end work, book an alignment to protect tyres and steering feel.