Item 10: Wheel Stud 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.

NOTE: Make sure that the wheel stud is aligned with the recessed area of the wheel knuckle.

Fig 1: Pressing Wheel Stud Using Special Tool

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Using the special tool, press the wheel stud until it makes contact with the edge of the wheel knuckle.
- Use a hammer and punch to drive the wheel stud past the edge of the wheel knuckle.
Route the wheel stud through the access hole and discard the wheel stud.
- To remove, lightly tap the stud with a hammer. Align the flat spot on the wheel stub with the knuckle.
Fig 2: Removing Wheel Stud
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.