1991 1999 ford explorer chilton User Manual

The camber adjuster will seat itself into the knuckle at a predetermined position during the tightening
sequence. Do not attempt to adjust this position.
Install the axle shaft or shafts that were removed.
17. 
Install the splash shield and spindle onto the steering knuckle. Install and tighten the spindle nuts to
40-50 ft. lbs.
18. 
Install the rotor on the spindle and push the outer wheel bearing inwards to seat it..
19. 
Install the locknuts and adjust the wheel bearings. Install the remainder of the...

hub, and install the retaining bolt and nut. Tighten the bolt to 30-41 ft. lbs. (40-55 Nm).
Install the lower ball joint stud into the steering knuckle until the stud protrudes through the knuckle.
18. 
Install the retaining nut to the lower ball joint stud and tighten to 84-113 ft. lbs. (113-153 Nm).
Install the cotter pin, advancing (tightening) the nut as needed. Never loosen the ball joint nut in order
to install the cotter pin.
19. 
Connect the tie rod end to the steering knuckle and install the...

The axle must be supported on the jack throughout spring removal and installation, and must not be permitted
to hang by the brake hose. If the length of the brake hose is not sufficient to provide adequate clearance for
removal and installation of the spring, the disc brake caliper must be removed from the spindle. After
removal, the caliper must be placed on the frame or otherwise supported to prevent suspending the caliper
from the caliper hose. These precautions are absolutely necessary to prevent...

To remove the stabilizer bar, first unbolt the stabilizer bar end-to-radius arm links ...
... then remove the bar retainer strap bolts followed by the bar and its bushings
If necessary, remove the end link-to-radius arm mounting bolts to remove the end links
1991-94 Explorer
As required, raise and support the vehicle safely.
1. 
Remove the nuts and washer and disconnect the stabilizer link assembly from the front I-beam axle.
2. 
Remove the mounting bolts and remove the stabilizer bar retainers from the...

Remove the stabilizer bar from the vehicle.
4. 
To install: Place stabilizer bar in position on the frame mounting brackets.
5. 
Install retainers and tighten retainer bolt to 35-50 ft. lbs. (47-67 Nm). If removed, install the
stabilizer bar link assembly to the stabilizer bar. Install the nut and washer and tighten to 30-41 ft.
lbs. (40-55 Nm).
6. 
Position the stabilizer bar link in the I-beam mounting bracket. Install the bolt and tighten to 30-41
ft. lbs. (40-55 Nm).
7. 
Mountaineer, 1995-99 Explorer...

Exploded view of the left and right upper control arms
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After performing this procedure, it will be necessary to have the wheel alignment checked and adjusted
by a professional shop.
Position the steering wheel to the on-center position. Loosen the wheel lug nuts.
1. 
Raise and safely support the vehicle. Position the jack stands under the lower control arms.
2. 
Remove the wheel lug nuts and wheel.
3. 
Before removing the steering knuckle-to-upper ball joint retaining (pinch) bolt,...

Remove the steering knuckle-to-upper ball joint retaining (pinch) bolt and separate the two
components.
4. 
Make alignment marks on the control arm pivot bolt cam assemblies.
5. 
To remove the left side control arm proceed as follows: Remove the nuts and cam bolts from the control arm pivot points.
1. 
Pull the control arm from the vehicle frame.
2. 
6. 
To remove the right side control arm, proceed as follows: If only the ball joint is to be removed, make alignment marks on the control arm and ball...

Exploded view of the lower control arm
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To remove the lower control arm, the torsion bar must be removed. Anytime the torsion bar is
disturbed, the ride height must be checked and adjusted.
Position the steering wheel to the on-center position. Loosen the wheel lug nuts.
1. 
Raise and safely support the vehicle.
2. 
Remove the wheel lug nuts and wheel.
3. 
Disconnect the stabilizer bar link bolt from the lower control arm.
4. 
Remove the front shock absorber.
5. 
Remove the torsion bar....

Do not tighten the lower control arm mounting bolts to the final torque until the end of the installation
procedure.
Position the lower control arm pivot points into the frame and crossmember pockets. Install the bolts
and nuts and snug the bolts.
14. 
Position a jack under the lower control arm.
15. 
Install the torsion bar.
16. 
Raise the lower control arm to allow the lower ball joint stud to be inserted into the steering knuckle.
17. 
Lower the control arm assembly and ensure that the lower ball...

Inspect the bearings for abnormal wear and/or damage
WITH MANUAL LOCKING HUBS
Raise the vehicle and install jackstands.
1. 
Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
2. 
Remove the retainer washers from the lug nut studs and remove the manual locking hub assembly
from the spindle.
3. 
Remove the snapring and spacer from the end of the spindle shaft.
4. 
Remove the outer wheel bearing locknut from the spindle using 4 prong spindle nut spanner wrench,
T86T-1197-A or equivalent. Make sure the tabs on the tool...