Expedition 4WD V8-5.4L VIN 5 (2006)
service expense. A new part with the same part number must be installed if installation becomes 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.
1. Remove the wheel hub.
2. NOTE: Use the hex holding feature to prevent the stud from turning while removing the nut.
Remove the tie-rod end nut and detach the tie-rod end from the wheel knuckle.
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Discard the nut.
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To install, tighten to 150 Nm (111 ft. lbs.).
3. Remove the brake hose bracket bolt and position the brake hose aside.
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To install, tighten to 12 Nm (9 ft. lbs.).
4. NOTE: Use the hex holding feature to prevent the stud from turning while removing the nut. Remove and discard the stabilizer bar link lower nut.
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To install, tighten to 90 Nm (66 ft. lbs.).
5. Remove the shock absorber lower nut and bolt.
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Discard the nut.
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To install, tighten to 475 Nm (350 ft. lbs.).
6. Remove the 3 integrated wheel end disconnect bolts.
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To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).
7. NOTE: Use the hex holding feature to prevent the stud from turning while removing the nut.
NOTE: To separate the ball joint from the wheel knuckle, loosely install the nut and then tap on the end of the stud.
Remove the lower ball joint nut and separate the ball Joint from the knuckle.
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Discard the nut.
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To install, tighten to 200 Nm (148 ft. lbs.).
8. NOTE: Use the hex holding feature to prevent the stud from turning while removing the nut.
Remove the upper ball Joint nut and the wheel knuckle.
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Discard the nut.
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To install, tighten to 150 Nm (111 ft. lbs.).
9. If necessary, remove the 3 brake disc shield bolts and remove the brake disc shield.
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To install, tighten to 12 Nm (9 ft. lbs.).
10. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
11. Check and, if necessary, align the front end.
