Explorer 4WD V6-4.0L (2009)
10. Using the Halfshaft Remover and Handle, disengage the inboard CV joint housing from the differential side gear.
11. Remove the halfshaft assembly.
12. NOTICE: Do not tighten the wheel hub nut with the vehicle on the ground. The nut must be tightened to specification before the vehicle
is lowered onto the wheels. Wheel bearing damage will occur if the wheel bearing is loaded with the weight of the vehicle applied.
NOTE: Apply the brake to keep the halfshaft from rotating.
Position the halfshaft in the hub and use the previously removed hub nut to seat the halfshaft.
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Tighten to 350 Nm (258 lb-ft).
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Remove and discard the hub nut.
13. NOTICE: The wheel hub nut contains a one-time locking chemical that is activated by the heat created when it is tightened. Install and
tighten the new wheel hub nut to specification within 5 minutes of starting it on the threads. Always install a new wheel hub nut after
loosening or when not tightened within the specified time or damage to the components can occur.
NOTE: Apply the brake to keep the halfshaft from rotating.
Install a new hub nut.
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Tighten to 350 Nm (258 lb-ft).
14. NOTE: Always install a new differential stub shaft seal whenever the halfshaft is removed.
NOTE: Make sure the halfshaft is completely seated in the differential side gear by pushing the halfshaft into the rear axle assembly until an
audible click is heard or a leak may occur from the axle assembly.
NOTE: Apply the brake to keep the halfshaft from rotating.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.