Mountaineer AWD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (2002)
CAUTION: Do not allow the calipers to hang from the brake hoses. Support the caliper assembly with a length of mechanic's wire.
Remove the rear disc brake caliper assembly.
1. Remove the caliper bolts.
2. Using a disc brake pad spreader, spread the disc brake pads to allow caliper removal.
4. CAUTION: Index-mark the driveshaft flange and rear axle pinion flange for correct alignment during installation.
Remove the four bolts.
5. CAUTION: The driveshaft flange fits tightly on the rear axle pinion flange pilot. Never hammer on the driveshaft or any of its components to
disconnect the driveshaft flange from the pinion flange. Pry only in the area shown, with a suitable tool, to disconnect the driveshaft flange
from the pinion flange.
Using a suitable tool as shown, disconnect the driveshaft flange from the rear axle flange, and position and secure the driveshaft aside.
6 Install a Nm (inch-pound) torque wrench on the nut and record the torque necessary to maintain rotation of the pinion through several
revolutions.
