Explorer Sport Trac 4WD V6-4.0L VIN K Flex Fuel (2004)
NOTE: Do not disconnect the brake hoses.
Remove the brake system.
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Remove the brake discs and rear disc brake calipers. Wire the calipers aside.
3. CAUTION: Index-mark the driveshaft flange and pinion flange for correct alignment during installation.
Remove the four bolts.
4. CAUTION: The driveshaft centering socket yoke fits tightly on the rear axle pinion flange pilot. Never hammer on the driveshaft or any of its
components to disconnect the yoke from the flange. Pry only in the area shown with a suitable tool to disconnect the yoke from the flange.
Using a suitable tool as shown, disconnect the driveshaft centering socket yoke from the rear axle pinion flange.
5. Install a Nm (inch-pound) torque wrench on the nut and record the torque necessary to maintain rotation of the pinion through several revolutions.
6. CAUTION: Discard the nut after removing it. Install a new nut during installation.
