Axle Tube Bearing: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Using the special tools, install the axle tube bearing.

Fig 1: Installing Axle Tube Bearing
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Check the bearing depth as shown in Fig 2.

Fig 2: Checking Bearing Depth
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Using the special tools, install the axle shaft oil seal.

Fig 3: Installing Axle Shaft Oil Seal
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CAUTION: Do not damage the axle seal surface.

Fig 4: Installing Axle Shaft

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Install the axle shaft.
If necessary, fill the axle with lubricant to 9.56 mm (0.38 in) below the bottom of the axle fill hole.
Install the RH halfshaft. For additional information, refer to FRONT DRIVE HALFSHAFTS .