Wheel and Tire: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Sable, 2008 Ford Taurus X, and 2008 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1012 | Wheel nut (5 required) |
| 2 | - | Wheel and tire assembly |
- If equipped, remove the center cap or wheel cover.
- With the weight of the vehicle on the wheels, loosen the wheel nuts.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
- Remove the wheel nuts and the wheel and tire.
- Use the following procedure to prevent the sticking condition from recurring once the wheels are removed.
- Clean the brake disc flange/hub flange and wheel bore of corrosion with a wire brush, steel wool or any other suitable material.
- Coat the wheel bore with a thin layer of grease. Do not apply grease to wheel hub bolt nut seats or the wheel stud.
NOTE:
Do not use heat to loosen a seized wheel nut. Heat may damage the wheel and wheel bearings.
NOTE:
To avoid damaging or scratching the center cap, place facing up when removed.
NOTE:
Corrosion buildup can result in wheels sticking to the front brake disc flange/rear hub flange after extensive service.