Explorer 4WD V8-4.6L VIN W (2002)
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6. Remove the nuts.
7. Using a suitable transmission jack, support the transmission.
8. Remove the four upper transmission crossmember bolts.
9. Remove the four lower transmission crossmember bolts and the crossmember.
10. Remove the bolts, springs and flag nuts and separate the muffler from the converter.
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Discard the gasket.
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Discard the flag nuts.