Wheel Studs: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. New fasteners with the same part number or an equivalent part must be installed if installation is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.
- If equipped, turn the air suspension service switch to the OFF position.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
- Remove the bolts and position the brake caliper aside.
- Support the caliper assembly using mechanic's wire.
- To install, tighten to 27 Nm (20 lb-ft).
- Remove the brake disc.
- Remove the spring and the adjuster from the rear parking brake shoes.
- Remove the wheel speed sensor bolt and position aside the sensor.
- To install, tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
- Using the special tool, press the wheel stud from its seat.
- Rotate the flange so that the tip of the wheel stud is pointing upwards and remove the wheel stud.
- Discard the wheel stud.
WARNING:
The electrical power to the air suspension system must be turned off prior to hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. Failure to do so can result in unexpected inflation or deflation of the air springs, which can result in shifting of the vehicle during these operations. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
WARNING:
If equipped with fire suppression system, depower the system. For important safety warnings and procedures, refer to FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM
.
CAUTION:
Do not allow the brake caliper assembly to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose can occur.