Mountaineer RWD V6-4.0L (2008)
Seals and Gaskets: By Symptom
Technical Service Bulletin # 08-19-6
Date: 080929
Drivetrain - Rear Axle Squealing Noise
TSB 08-19-6
09/29/08
HIGH PITCHED SQUEAL NOISE FROM THE REAR
AXLE AREA - BUILT ON OR BEFORE 7/28/2008
FORD:
2006-2008 Explorer
2007-2008 Explorer Sport Trac
MERCURY:
2006-2008 Mountaineer
ISSUE
Some 2006-2008 Explorer, Mountaineer and 2007-2008 Sport Trac vehicles built on or before 7/28/2008 may exhibit a high pitched squeal noise from
the rear axle area while driving at low speeds. This may be caused by the rear outer axle halfshaft dust seals contacting the knuckle surface.
ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1.
Position vehicle on a hoist and place it in neutral.
2.
Remove the rear wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 204-04.
3.
Remove and discard the rear axle wheel end nut. To install, tighten to 203 lb-ft (275 N.m). (Figure 1)
CAUTION
DO NOT USE A HAMMER TO SEPARATE THE REAR AXLE HALFSHAFT ASSEMBLY FROM THE HUB. DAMAGE TO THE THREADS
AND INTERNAL CONSTANT VELOCITY (CV) JOINT COMPONENTS MAY RESULT.
