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1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Section 100-02. 2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to Section 204-04. 3. CAUTION: Do not reuse the torque prevailing design hub nut and washer assembly. Remove and discard the hub nut and washer assembly. 4. CAUTION: Do not allow the disc brake caliper to hang suspended from the brake hose. Provide a suitable support. Remove the caliper support bracket bolts, then position the caliper and support bracket aside. 5. Remove the brake disc. 6. CAUTION: Do not use a hammer to separate the outboard front wheel halfshaft joint from the wheel hub. Damage to the outboard CV joint stub shaft threads and internal CV joint components may result. Using the special tool, separate the outboard front wheel halfshaft joint from the wheel hub. Remove the special tool. 7. Disconnect the front anti-lock brake sensor (ABS) wire from the vehicle frame. 1. Disconnect the ABS electrical connector. 2. Unclip the front ABS wire from the vehicle frame. 8. Using a suitable jack, support the front suspension lower arm. 9. CAUTION: Secure the front axle shaft to prevent it from overextending. Failure to do so can cause damage to the front axle shaft. Support the front axle shaft with wire. 10. Remove the tie-rod end castellated nut. 1. Remove and discard the cotter pin. 2. Remove and discard the castellated nut. 11. CAUTION: Do not use a hammer to separate the tie-rod from the wheel knuckle or damage to the wheel knuckle will result. CAUTION: Do not damage the tie-rod boot when installing the special tool. Using the special tool, separate the tie-rod end from the front wheel knuckle. 12. Remove the lower ball joint castellated nut.

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ISSUE Some vehicles built prior to 12/1/2001 may exhibit the following shift and engagement conditions: • No 2nd Gear • No 3rd Gear • No Engine Braking In Manual 1st. Out of specification pressures controlled by the transmission main control valve body separator plate may be the cause. ACTION Verify the condition, the main control valve body separator plate may need to be updated to the latest level. Refer to the following Service Procedure for details. SERVICE PROCEDURE CAUTION TO BE ADDED OR REPLACED FOR THIS TSB. 1. Verify that one or more of the following conditions exist. • Low Line Pressure While In Drive At WOT • No 2nd And/Or No 3rd Gear • No Engine Braking In Manual 1st • DTC P0732, P0733 Or P1762 2. Install Kit (3L5Z-7M203-JA) to update the main control valve body assembly, refer to the installation procedures found in the kit. 3. Reinstall the main control by continuing to follow the installation steps listed in the Workshop Manual, in-vehicle service, main control valve body. 4. After completing the procedure, verify the condition has been corrected.

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ISSUE Some 2006 Explorer, Mountaineer and 2007 Explorer Sport Trac vehicles built on or before 8/8/2006 and equipped with a 4.0L engine may experience coolant leaking from the radiator. ACTION Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition. SERVICE PROCEDURE 1. Replace the radiator with the updated radiator following Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-03. NOTE NOTE: A REVISED FAN STRATEGY IS ALSO AVAILABLE FOR THESE APPLICATIONS 2. Reprogram the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) to the latest calibration using IDS release 58.2 and higher. This new calibration is not included in the VCM 2008.11 Calibration files may also be obtained at www.motorcraft.com.

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ISSUE Various 1997-2008 vehicles equipped with either 4 wheel drive or all wheel drive and equipped with control trac may exhibit a shudder on acceleration/deceleration, binding in slow speed turns or noise from the front driveline and/or transfer case. The shudder/binding will occur with the vehicle being operated in the awd/auto 4×4 mode. The shudder/binding may be due to incorrect tire circumference or improper tire inflation pressures. ACTION Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the 1. Review the tire label for correct tire size and tire inflation pressures located at the B-Pillar of the driver’s door. 2. If the tire size does not match the label, this procedure does not apply, follow normal Workshop Manual (WSM) diagnostics. 3. If the tire size is correct, ensure tire pressures are within specifications. 4. Raise the vehicle on the hoist, refer to Workshop Manual, Section 100-02. 5. Disconnect all wiring going to the transfer case and road test. 6. Is the shudder/binding present? a. If the shudder/binding is still present, do not contine with this procedure, continue with WSM normal diagnostic for 4X4. b. If the shudder/binding is gone, proceed to Step 7. 7. Raise the vehicle on the hoist and reconnect all the wiring previously disconnected. 8. Using a tailor’s tape or flexible measuring tape and measure the circumference of all four (4) tires and record the measurements. (Figure 1)

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ISSUE Some 2003-2005 Explorer Sport Trac vehicles equipped with the Goodyear Wrangler RT/S, P255/70R16 109S AT OWL tire, may exhibit signs of feathering heel-toe wear on the inside or outside edges of the front tires. Tire noise may also be present during regular highway drive or when braking. ACTION Inspect the tires for feathering heel-toe wear. It may be necessary to rotate or replace tires and reset toe. Refer to the following Service Procedure. SERVICE PROCEDURE 1. Visually inspect the front tire’s inside and outside shoulder ribs (Figure 1). 2. Measure the difference in tread depth of the leading edge compared to trailing edge, of the most-worn lug (figure 2). If the average difference in tread depth between leading and trailing edge is less than 2 mm, rotate the tires. If the average difference is more than 2 mm, replace the front tires. Also inspect the rear tires and replace if necessary. 3. Ensure that the camber and caster readings are within specification. 4. Set the total front toe (TFT) to 0.12 +/- 0.05 degrees (nominal). NOTE IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT THE TOE BE SET POSITIVE TO 0.12 +/- 0.05 DEGREES (NOMINAL). NOTE REFER TO WORKSHOP MANUAL SECTION 204-00 FOR ALIGNMENT PROCEDURES. REFER TO THE WARRANTY AND POLICY MANUAL FOR TIRE AND ALIGNMENT REIMBURSEMENT COVERAGE.