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Wheel Hub Face Runout

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  1. Position the special tool on the wheel hub face, as close to the outer edge as possible. Zero the indicator to allow the pointer to deflect either way.
    Fig 1: Measuring Wheel Hub Face Runout
    G03897229Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Rotate the hub one full turn and note the maximum and minimum readings. The difference between the maximum and minimum readings will be the total face runout. The runout must not exceed 0.254 mm (0.010 inch).