Freestar V6-4.2L VIN 2 (2004)
Item 3: Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Pinch Bolt Removal Note
1. Remove and discard the nut and bolt.
Item 5: Halfshaft Assembly Removal Note
1. Separate the rear axle halfshaft assembly from the hub. Using the special tools, press the outboard CV joint until it is loose in the hub. Remove the
special tool. Separate the outboard CV joint from the hub.
2. CAUTION: Do not damage the transmission differential seal.
Remove the halfshaft with both hands.
Item 5: Halfshaft Assembly Installation Note
1. CAUTION: Install a new circlip every time the halfshaft is removed from the transmission differential.
On the RH halfshaft only, Install a new axle circlip in the groove in the inboard CV joint stub shaft.
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Start one end in the groove and work the circlip over the shaft and into the groove to prevent the clip from overexpanding.
