Axle Shafts: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Windstar and 2002 Ford Windstar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
DO NOT begin this procedure unless a NEW axle shaft nut, steering knuckle-to-strut nut, lower control arm-to-lower ball joint and a NEW circlip are readily available. DO NOT reuse these parts during assembly, their torque retention capability diminishes during removal.
NOTE:
This procedure applies to both the left and right side axle shaft assemblies.