Mountaineer 2WD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (2003)
7. Remove and discard the tri-lobe insert and the boot.
8. NOTE: The outboard CV joint is not removable from the halfshaft. The boot must be removed or installed from the inboard CV joint side of the
shaft.
For the outboard CV joint, carry out the following:
1
Remove and discard the boot clamps.
2
Remove and discard the boot.
9. If necessary, press the brake anti-lock sensor indicator from the outer CV joint.
Item 7: Rear Stub Shaft Housing Bearing and Seal Removal Note
1. NOTE: If only a new rear stub shaft housing bearing seal is to be installed, engage the special tool tangs on the seal.
Remove the stub shaft housing bearing and stub shaft housing bearing seal.
1
Install the special tool with the tangs firmly engaged on the stub shaft housing bearing.
2
Remove the stub shaft housing bearing and stub shaft housing bearing seal.