Explorer 2WD V6-245 4.0L VIN X SFI (1999)
1. Disconnect the power steering pressure hose.
2. Disconnect the power steering return hose.
12. Plug ends of fluid lines and ports in steering gear to prevent damage and entry of dirt.
13. Rotate the steering column shaft to access the intermediate shaft pinch bolt. Remove the pinch bolt.
14. Lower the vehicle.
15. Tune the steering wheel back to the straight ahead position. Turn the ignition key to the locked position.
16. Raise the vehicle.
17. CAUTION: Do not rotate the steering wheel when the lower steering column shaft is disconnected or damage to the air bag sliding
contact will result.
Disconnect the intermediate shaft from the steering gear input shaft.
18. CAUTION: Hold the tops of the steering gear to crossmember stud bolts to avoid damaging the steering gear fluid transfer tubes.
Remove the nuts.
19. Remove the stud bolts and washers.
