Removal And Installation : Hub: Installation
- Install a new rear hub seal. Refer to Wheel Bearings, Wheel Hub Seal and Wheel Bearing Cups .
- Position the rear brake disc on the rear hub and install the bolts.
- Prepare the spindle for rear hub installation.
- Slide the rear hub and brake disc assembly over the axle housing spindle.
- Remove the electrician's tape.
- Install the outer rear wheel bearing.
- Start the hub nut making sure that the tab aligns correctly in the keyway prior to thread engagement.
- To adjust the bearings, tighten the nut to specification.
- Back off the nut 90 degrees.
- Tighten the nut to specification.
- To verify that there is no side-to-side end play, attach a magnetically mounted dial indicator to the spindle end and place the dial indicator tip on the outboard surface of the hub. Check for side-to-side end play.
- Final bearing adjustment has zero end play. The maximum torque to rotate the hub is 2.3 Nm (20 lb-in) when end play is zero.
- Install the axle shaft (4234). Refer to Axle Shaft .
- Install the anchor plate.
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to WHEELS & TIRES - EXCURSION & F250-F550 SUPER DUTY PICKUP .
WARNING:
Install a new rear hub seal (1175) after removing the rear hub from the axle. A damaged or worn seal can permit bearing lubricant to reach the brake linings, resulting in ineffective brake operation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
CAUTION:
Clean and remove any dirt or foreign material in the rear hub bolt holes.
CAUTION:
Thoroughly clean the spindle. Wrap the spindle threads with electrician's tape to prevent damage while installing the rear hub and brake disc assembly.
CAUTION:
Lightly coat the spindle and pack each rear wheel bearing with Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESA-M1C75-B.
NOTE:
The following hub nut tightening sequence will prevent side-to-side end play of the hub and brake disc assembly.
NOTE:
Apply inward pressure to the socket to separate the ratcheting components of the hub nut.