Mountaineer AWD V6-4.0L VIN K Flex Fuel (2003)
12. CAUTION: Do not use a hammer to separate the ball joint from the wheel knuckle or damage to the wheel knuckle will result.
Using the special tool, separate the lower ball joint from the wheel knuckle. Reinstall and hand-tighten the lower ball joint castellated nut.
13. Remove and discard the upper ball joint nut.
14. CAUTION: Secure the front axle shaft to prevent the CV joint and boots from overextending. Failure to do so can cause damage to the CV joint
and boots.
CAUTION: Do not use a hammer to separate the ball joint from the wheel knuckle or damage to the wheel knuckle will result.
CAUTION: Do not damage the ball joint when installing the special tool.
Using the special tool, separate the upper ball joint from the wheel knuckle.
15. Remove the hand-tightened lower ball joint castellated nut and remove the wheel knuckle.
16. Remove the snap ring from the ball joint. Discard the snap ring.
