Spindle & Shaft Assembly R & I: Installation
- Clean all dirt and grease from spindle bearing bore. Ensure bearing bore is free of nicks and burrs. On Explorer and Ranger, install seal on shaft assembly using press and Seal Installer (T83T-3132-A).
- On all other models, press slinger on shaft assembly. Install "V" seal on shaft assembly, with seal lip toward spindle. Install plastic spacer (located against "V" seal) on shaft assembly, with chamfered edge against shaft assembly.
- On right side applications, install rubber boot and NEW keystone clamps on stub shaft. Install right shaft assembly into stub shaft, with stub shaft missing spline aligned with shaft assembly.
- Ensure splines are fully engaged. Install rubber boot over assembly and tighten keystone clamps. On left axle applications, install shaft assembly through steering knuckle, and engage in splines.
- Install needle bearing in spindle, with manufacturer identification mark facing away from spindle bore. For bearing installation, use Handle (T80T-4000-W), and Bearing/Seal Installer (T83T-3123-A) for Explorer and Ranger, or (T80T-4000-S) for all others.CAUTION: Install spindle needle bearing with manufacturer's identification mark away from spindle bore.
- Using Bearing/Seal Installer (T83T-3123-A) for Explorer and Ranger, or (T80T-4000-T) for all others, install seal in spindle with seal lip facing away from spindle. Coat seal lip with multipurpose grease. Install spindle and splash shield.
- To install remaining components, reverse removal procedure. Adjust wheel bearings. See WHEEL BEARING ADJUSTMENT.