Explorer 2WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 (2006)
7. Remove and discard the 3 wheel knuckle bolts.
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To install, tighten to 275 Nm (203 ft. lbs.).
8. Remove and discard the lower arm outboard bolt.
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To install, tighten to 275 Nm (203 ft. lbs.) at curb ride height.
9. Pivot the wheel knuckle assembly upward on the upper arm outboard bolt.
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Loosen the upper arm bolt to prevent bushing damage.
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To install, tighten to 275 Nm (203 ft. lbs.) at curb ride height.
10. CAUTION: Do not damage the stub shaft pilot bearing oil seal or the machined sealing surface on the inboard CV joint housing.
CAUTION: Do not allow the splines on the inboard CV joint housing to touch the stub shaft pilot bearing oil seal.
NOTE: A circlip retains the inboard CV joint housing to the differential side gear in the axle.
Using the special tool, disengage the inboard CV joint housing from the differential side gear.
11. Remove the halfshaft assembly.
12. CAUTION: Install and tighten the new axle wheel end nut to specification in a continuous rotation. Stopping the rotation during installation will
cause the nylon lock to seat incorrectly. This will cause incorrect torque readings while tightening the axle wheel end nut and lead to bearing
failure. Always install a new axle wheel end nut, after loosening or when not tightened to specifications, in a continuous rotation.
CAUTION: Always install a new differential stub shaft seal whenever the halfshaft is removed.
CAUTION: Install a new circlip every time the halfshaft is removed from the axle.
