Removal And Installation: Hub: Removal

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 tire and wheel assembly. For additional information, refer to WHEELS & TIRES .
Remove the anchor plate. For additional information, refer to REAR DISC BRAKE .

Fig 1: Locating Anchor Plate
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Remove the axle shaft. For additional information, refer to AXLE SHAFT .

Fig 2: Locating Axle Shaft
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NOTE: Make sure that the drive tangs on the special tool engage the 4 slots of the hub nut.

Fig 3: Removing Hub Nut

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Using the special tool, remove the hub nut.
Remove the outer rear wheel bearing.

Fig 4: Locating Outer Rear Wheel Bearing
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Remove the rear hub and brake disc assembly.
Remove the bolts and separate the rear hub from the rear brake disc.

Fig 5: Locating Rear Hub Bolts
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Inspect the rear hub for the following:
- Cracks and damage around the bolt holes.
- Oversized holes.