Item 2: Wheel Nuts Removal Note
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Mountaineer and 2004 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- With the weight of the vehicle on the wheels, loosen the wheel nuts.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
CAUTION:
Do not use heat to loosen a seized wheel nut or damage to the wheel and wheel bearing can occur.