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Wheel Bearing - Front Wheel Drive (FWD): Installation

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  1. Using the Rear Axle Drawbar, Bearing Cup Replacer and Differential Bearing Cup Replacer, install a new wheel bearing into the wheel knuckle.
    Fig 1: Identifying Rear Axle Drawbar, Bearing Cup Replacer And Differential Bearing Cup Replacer
    G06094291Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the new wheel bearing snap ring.
  3. Using the Half Shaft Installer and Receiver Adapter, install the wheel hub into the wheel bearing.
    Fig 2: Identifying Half Shaft Installer And Receiver Adapter
    G06094292Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the wheel speed sensor ring.
  5. Install the brake drum. For additional information, refer to BRAKE DRUM for drum brakes.
    6. NOTE: Apply the brake to keep the halfshaft from rotating.
  6. Install the new wheel hub nut.
    • Tighten to 290 Nm (214 lb-ft).
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