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Explorer & Ranger (Manual Locking Hub)

  1. Raise and support vehicle. Remove wheels. Remove manual locking hub assembly. See MANUAL LOCKING HUB R & I. Remove outer wheel bearing lock nut from spindle using 4-Prong Lock Nut Wrench (T86T-1197-A).
  2. Remove lock nut washer from spindle. Loosen inner wheel bearing lock nut using 4-Prong Lock Nut Wrench (T86T-1197-A). Ensure tabs on wrench engage slots in inner lock nut, and lock nut pin fits in slot on spanner wrench.
  3. Tighten inner lock nut to 35 ft. lbs. (47 N.m) while spinning rotor. Spin rotor and loosen lock nut 1/4 turn (90 degrees). Retighten inner lock nut to 16 INCH lbs. (1.8 N.m). Install lock washer on spindle. If necessary, turn inner lock nut slightly to engage lock nut pin with nearest lock washer hole.
  4. Install and tighten outer wheel bearing lock nut to 150 ft. lbs. (203 N.m). Install axle shaft spacer. Install manual locking hub assembly. Final end play of hub on spindle should be .00-.003" (.00-.08 mm). Torque required to turn hub and rotor assembly should not exceed 25 INCH lbs. (2.8 N.m). Install locking hub and wheels.
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