Mercury Cougar 2002 Workshop Manual

Wheel knuckle

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Special Tool(s)

Separator, Ball Joint

211-001 (TOOL-3290-D)

Remover/Installer, Front Hub

204-069 (T81P-1104-C)

Remover, Hub (Metric Stud)

204-085 (T83P-1104-BH)

CAUTION: Use a socket to remove the nut to prevent damage.

Loosen the wheel hub nut.

2. Loosen the wheel nuts.

CAUTION: Use an Allen key to prevent the piston rod from rotating and causing damage.

Loosen the strut tower nut by five turns.

4. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to

5. Remove the wheel.

6. Remove the tie-rod end nut.

CAUTION: Protect the ball joint seal to prevent damage.

Using the special tool, detach the tie-rod end from the wheel knuckle.

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Page 1 2002 Cougar Workshop Manual Page 1 of 5 Wheel Knuckle Special Tool(s) Separator, Ball Joint 211-001 (TOOL-3290-D) Remover/Installer, Front Hub 204-069 (T81P-1104-C) Remover, Hub (Metric Stud) 204-085 (T83P-1104-BH) Removal CAUTION: Use a socket to remove the nut to prevent damage. Loosen the wheel hub nut.
Page 2 2002 Cougar Workshop Manual Page 2 of 5 8. Remove the anti-lock brake system (ABS) sensor and cable. 9. Detach the caliper and anchor plate assembly. Secure the caliper and anchor plate assembly out of the way to prevent damage to the flexible brake hose. 10.
Page 3 2002 Cougar Workshop Manual Page 3 of 5 14. Remove the wheel knuckle strut and spring assembly pinch bolt. 15. Using the special tools, detach the halfshaft from the wheel hub using the special tools. 16. Remove the wheel knuckle. Secure the halfshaft out of the way.
Page 4 2002 Cougar Workshop Manual Page 4 of 5 4. Install the pinch bolt and nut. 5. Install the pinch bolt. 6. Install the ABS sensor. 7. Install the brake disc. Install the retainers (if equipped). 8. Install the caliper and anchor plate assembly. 9.
Page 5 2002 Cougar Workshop Manual Page 5 of 5 10. Install the wheel. 11. Lower the vehicle. 12. Tighten the wheel nuts. CAUTION: Use a socket to install the nut to prevent damage. Tighten the wheel hub retaining nut. CAUTION: Use an Allen key to prevent the piston rod from rotating and causing damage. Install the strut tower nut.