Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Ford RV Cutaway, 2005 Ford Econoline, 2005 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2005 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 FRONT DISC BRAKE .

Fig 1: Removing Brake Disc
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Remove the wheel speed sensor. For additional information, refer to ANTI-LOCK CONTROL .
Remove and discard the cotter pin and nut.

Fig 2: Identifying Loosening Torque Of 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: Identifying Loosening Torque Of Cotter Pin And Nut
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Remove the caster/camber insert pinch bolt.

Fig 5: Identifying Loosening Torque Of Caster/Camber Insert Pinch Bolt
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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.

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.
  
  Fig 6: Removing Front Wheel Spindle
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Check and, if necessary, align the front end. For additional information, refer to SUSPENSION SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .