Grand Marquis V8-4.6L Flex Fuel (2010)
1. WARNING: Before servicing a vehicle equipped with a fire suppression system, depower the system by following the procedure in
Vehicle Jacking and Lifting. Failure to follow the instructions may result in serious personal injury.
Remove the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to Wheels and Tires.
2. NOTICE: Do not allow the caliper and anchor plate to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose may occur.
Remove the bolts and position the caliper and anchor plate assembly aside.
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Support the caliper and anchor plate assembly using mechanic's wire.
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To install, tighten to 160 Nm (118 lb-ft).
3. Remove the brake disc.
4. Pull back the rubber splash shield and disconnect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector.
5. NOTE: Use the hex-holding feature to prevent the stud from turning while removing the nut.
Remove the nut and detach the outer tie rod from the wheel knuckle.
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To install, tighten to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
6. NOTE: Use the hex-holding feature to prevent the stud from turning while removing the nut.
Remove and discard the stabilizer bar link upper nut.
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To install, tighten the new nut to 63 Nm (46 lb-ft).
7. NOTE: Use the hex-holding feature to prevent the stud from turning while removing the nut.
Remove the stabilizer link lower nut and the stabilizer bar link.
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Discard the nut.
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To install, tighten the new nut to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
8. Detach the wheel speed sensor wiring harness retainer from the steering knuckle.
9. NOTE: Use the hex-holding feature to prevent the stud from turning while removing the nut.
Remove and discard the upper ball joint nut.
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To install, tighten the new nut to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
10. NOTE: Use the hex-holding feature to prevent the stud from turning while removing the nut.
Remove the lower ball joint nut and then remove the wheel knuckle.
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Discard the nut.
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To install, tighten the new nut to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
11. If necessary, remove the 4 bolts and the wheel bearing and wheel hub.
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Discard the bolts.