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Integrated Wheel End (IWE): Removal

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  1. 1.

    Remove the brake disc. Refer to: Brake Disc .

  1. 2.

    Remove the wheel hub nut dust cap.
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  1. 3.

    Remove and discard the wheel hub nut.
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  1. 4.

    Disconnect the vacuum tubes from the IWE and position aside.
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  1. 5.

    Remove the IWE-to-wheel knuckle retaining bolts.
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  1. 6.

    1. 1.

      Remove and discard the outer tie rod end nut.

    1. 2.

      NOTE: Do not use a hammer to separate the outer tie-rod end from the wheel knuckle or damage to the wheel knuckle may result.

    Separate the outer tie rod end from the wheel knuckle.

    Use the General Equipment: Tie Rod End Remover

GFD38767Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 7.

    1. 1.

      Remove the wheel speed sensor wire bracket bolt.

    1. 2.

      Unclip the wheel speed sensor wire from the brake hose.

    1. 3.

      Unclip the 2 wheel speed sensor wire retainers and position aside the wheel speed sensor wire.
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  1. 8.

    Disconnect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector.
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  1. 9.

    Remove the front brake flexible hose bracket bolt and position the brake hose aside.
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  1. 10.

    Remove and discard the upper ball joint nut.
GFD38298Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 11.

    Separate the upper ball joint from the wheel knuckle.

    Use Special Service Tool: 204-592 Separator, Lower Arm Ball Joint.

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  1. 12.

    Position the wheel knuckle to gain access and remove the CV shaft joint outboard end and IWE disconnect from the steering knuckle hub bearing.
GFD38768Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 13.

    Remove the IWE disconnect from the outboard CV joint housing.
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