Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub - All Wheel Drive (AWD): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Tighten fasteners as specified.

Remove the rear brake disc. REFER to BRAKE DISC .
Remove the wheel speed sensor bolt and position the sensor aside.
NOTE: Do not discard the nut at this time.

Remove the wheel hub nut.
Using the 205-D070 (D93P-1175-B), separate the halfshaft from the wheel hub.

Fig 1: Removing Halfshaft From Wheel Hub Using Tool
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove and discard the 4 wheel bearing and wheel hub bolts and remove the wheel bearing and wheel hub.