Mountaineer 2WD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (2003)
1. CAUTION: Do not allow the intermediate shaft to rotate while it is disconnected from the gear or damage to the clockspring can occur. If there is
evidence that the intermediate shaft has rotated, the clockspring must be removed and recentered.
Remove the lower steering column shaft pinch bolt. Position the lower steering column shaft aside.
Item 6: Exhaust Manifold Nuts Installation Note
LH
1. Tighten the exhaust manifold nuts in the sequence shown.