Explorer AWD V8-4.6L (2010)
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Discard the nut and bolt.
Installation
NOTICE: Before tightening any suspension bushing fasteners, use a suitable jack to raise the suspension until the distance between the center
of the hub and the lip of the fender is equal to the measurement taken in Step 1 (curb height). This will prevent incorrect clamp load and
bushing damage.
1. NOTE: Do not tighten the bolt at this time.
Position the lower arm and install the new lower arm rearward bolt and nut.
2. NOTE: Do not tighten the bolt at this time.
Install the new lower arm forward bolt and nut.
3. NOTE: Do not tighten the bolt at this time.
Install the new shock absorber lower bolt and flag nut.
4. Position the stabilizer bar link and install the new nut.
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Tighten the nut to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
5. Connect the lower ball joint to the wheel knuckle and install the new lower ball joint nut.
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Tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
6. Using a suitable jack, raise the suspension until the distance between the center of the hub and the lip of the fender is equal to the measurement
taken in Step 1 (curb height).
7. Tighten the shock absorber lower bolt to 350 Nm (258 lb-ft).
8. Tighten the lower arm forward nut to 400 Nm (296 lb-ft).
9. Tighten the lower arm rearward nut to 200 Nm (148 lb-ft).
10. Install the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to Wheels and Tires.
11. Check and if necessary, align the front end. For additional information, refer to Suspension &/or Alignment.
Four Wheel Drive (4WD)
Lower Arm
Removal and Installation
For additional information, refer to Rear Wheel Drive (RWD). See: Lower Arm/Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
Upper Arm
