Removal And Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln Mark LT and 2007 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital parts and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
- Remove the dust cap.
- Remove and discard the halfshaft nut.
- To install, tighten to 27 Nm (20 lb-ft).
- Remove the bolts and position the caliper and anchor plate assembly aside.
- Support the caliper and anchor plate assembly using mechanic's wire.
- To install, tighten to 200 Nm (148 lb-ft).
- Remove the brake disc.
- If equipped, detach the wheel speed sensor harness from the brake hose.
- If equipped, remove the front wheel speed sensor bolt and position the sensor aside.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
- Remove the 4 wheel hub bolts and the wheel bearing and wheel hub assembly.
- Discard the bolts.
- To install, tighten to 200 Nm (148 lb-ft).
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
CAUTION:
Do not allow the caliper and anchor plate assembly to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose can occur.
CAUTION:
Do not use a hammer to separate the halfshaft from the hub or damage to the halfshaft can occur.
CAUTION:
Verify the spline engagement by checking for spline lash before installing the halfshaft nut.