Wheel Studs: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Lincoln Town Car. 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 may result in major service expense. New parts must be installed with the same part numbers or equivalent part, if replacement 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 correct retention of these parts.
- Remove the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL & INSTALLATION article.
- Remove the bolts and position the caliper and anchor plate assembly aside.
- Support the caliper and anchor plate assembly using mechanic's wire.
- Remove the brake disc.
- Using the special tool, press the wheel stud out of the wheel hub flange.
- Remove the wheel stud.
CAUTION:
Do not allow the caliper and anchor plate assembly to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose may occur.
NOTE:
Make sure that the wheel stud being removed is positioned near the access hole on the wheel knuckle prior to installing the special tool.