Explorer 2WD V6-4.0L VIN K Flex Fuel (2002)
4. Remove and discard the cotter pin and the nut.
5. CAUTION: Do not use a hammer to separate the ball joint from the wheel knuckle or damage to the wheel knuckle will result.
CAUTION: Do not damage the ball joint boot while installing the special tool.
Using the special tool, separate the lower ball joint from the wheel knuckle.
6. Remove and discard the nut.
7. CAUTION: Do not use a hammer to separate the ball joint from the wheel knuckle or damage to the wheel knuckle will result.
CAUTION: Do not damage the ball joint boot while installing the special tool.
Using the special tool, separate the upper ball joint from the wheel knuckle and remove the wheel knuckle.
