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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2004ECONOLINE E150, VAN CARGO, 4.6 WREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1875 (FRONT SUSPENSION)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONAXLEINSTALLATION
2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 W
Removal And Installation: Axle: Installation
2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 WSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Ford RV Cutaway, 2008 Ford Econoline, 2008 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2008 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the axle and install a new axle pivot bolt and nut.
- Install the radius arm. For additional information, refer to Radius Arm .
- Install the wheel spindle. For additional information, refer to Wheel Spindle .
- With the weight of the vehicle on the wheels, tighten the axle pivot nut to 175 Nm (129 lb-ft).
- Check and, if necessary, align the front end. For additional information, refer to SUSPENSION SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
NOTE:
Do not tighten the nut at this time.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.