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  1. Using the special tools, install a new wheel bearing into the wheel knuckle.
    Fig 1: Installing Wheel Bearing (4WD)
    G00370567Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the snap ring into the wheel knuckle.
  3. Using the special tools, install the wheel hub.
    Fig 2: Installing Wheel Hub (4WD)
    G00370568Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Position the wheel knuckle and install the wheel knuckle cam. Position the halfshaft into the wheel hub.
  5. Install the wheel knuckle cam bolt loosely.
  6. Support the wheel knuckle and install the spring.
  7. Install the lower shock absorber nut.
  8. Install the upper ball joint. Install the nut.
  9. Install the lower ball joint. Install the nut.
  10. Align the wheel knuckle cam. Tighten the wheel knuckle cam bolt.
  11. Install the brake line to the wheel cylinder. Install the brake line bracket bolt.
  12. Install the parking brake cable retainer bolt. Install the parking brake cable onto the backing plate.


  1. Install the halfshaft nut.
  2. Install the brake shoes. See DISC & DRUM .
  3. Bleed the brake system. See DISC & DRUM .
  4. Check and adjust the wheel alignment as necessary. See SPECIFICATION & PROCEDURES .
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