Removal (E250/350 & F250 HD/350)
- Set parking brake. Loosen axle shaft attaching bolts. Raise vehicle and support with safety stands. Release parking brakes. Remove axle shaft attaching bolts and lock washers. Discard bolts and washers.
- Remove axle shaft and gasket. Discard gasket. Pry out locking wedge. Using a wheel dolly, raise wheel to remove all weight from bearings. Remove brake drum. Remove bearing adjustment nut and outer bearing. Remove wheel assembly from axle.
- Carefully remove inner bearing and seal from hub with screwdriver. Avoid damage to bearing cage. Clean and inspect bearings and races. If bearings are to be replaced, remove bearing outer races from hub with a brass drift.