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Removal (2WD)

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  1. Remove the front disc brake caliper anchor plate. For additional information. Refer to in the appropriate Brake Caliper Anchor Plate service information.
  2. On 4x4 vehicles, remove the brake disc (1125).
  3. On 4x2 vehicles, remove the brake disc and hub (1102) as follows:
    1. Remove the hub grease cap (1131).
    2. Remove the cotter pin.
    3. Remove the nut retainer.
    4. Remove the spindle nut.
    5. Remove the front wheel outer bearing retainer washer (1195).
    6. Remove the outer front wheel bearing (1216).
    7. Remove the brake disc and hub.
    Fig 1: Identifying Removing Brake Disc and Hub
    G03884653Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. If necessary on 4x2 vehicles, remove the front wheel bearing.
    1. Remove the wheel hub grease seal (1190).
    2. Remove the front wheel bearing
    Fig 2: Identifying Removing Inner Front Wheel Bearing
    G03884654Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.