Mountaineer 2WD V8-4.6L (2010)
Removal
NOTICE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure may result
in major service expense. New parts must be installed with the same part numbers or equivalent part, if replacement is necessary. Do not use a
replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct
retention of these parts.
NOTICE: Orientation of the suspension fasteners is important. Make sure the fasteners are installed in the same direction as when removed or
incorrect clamp load and damage to components may occur.
1. Measure the distance from the center of the hub to the lip of the fender with the vehicle in a level, static ground position (curb height).
2. Remove the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to Wheels and Tires.
3. Remove and discard the lower ball joint nut.
4. NOTICE: Do not use a hammer to separate the ball joint from the wheel knuckle or damage to the wheel knuckle can result.
NOTICE: Do not damage the ball joint boot while installing the 2-Jaw Puller.
Using the 2-Jaw Puller, separate the lower ball joint from the wheel knuckle.
5. Remove and discard the stabilizer bar link nut and grommet.
6. Remove the stabilizer bar link.
7. Remove and discard the shock absorber lower bolt and flag nut.
8. Remove and discard the lower arm forward nut and bolt.
9. Remove the lower arm rearward nut and bolt and the lower control arm.
