Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford RV Cutaway, 2004 Ford Econoline, 2004 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2004 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the brake disc. For additional information, refer to DISC & DRUM article .

Fig 1: Removing Wheel Speed Sensor (E250 Shown)
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Remove the wheel speed sensor. For additional information, refer to ANTI-LOCK CONTROL article .
Remove and discard the cotter pin and nut.

Fig 2: Removing Cotter Pin And Nut
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Using the special tool, disconnect the tie-rod end.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Tie-Rod End
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Remove and discard the cotter pin and the nut.

Fig 4: Removing Cotter Pin And Nut
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Remove the pinch bolt adjuster.

Fig 5: Removing Pinch Bolt Adjuster
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CAUTION: To prevent damage to the ball joint seal and the ball joint socket, do not use a pickle fork-type remover to loosen the ball joints.

Fig 6: Removing Front Wheel Spindle

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Remove the front wheel spindle.
1. Strike the lower end of the front axle to loosen the ball joint.
2. Remove the front wheel spindle.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Check and, if necessary, align the front end. For additional information, refer to SUSPENSION SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article .