Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Lincoln MKX and 2014 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: If removing the wheel hub, the wheel bearing must be replaced.

Remove the wheel knuckle. For additional information, refer to WHEEL KNUCKLE .
Using the Step Plate and a suitable press, remove the wheel hub from the wheel bearing.

Fig 1: Removing Wheel Hub From Wheel Bearing Using Step Plate And Suitable Press
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
NOTE: This step may not be necessary if the inner wheel bearing race remains in the wheel knuckle after removing the wheel hub.

Using the Pinion Bearing Cone Remover and a suitable press, remove the inner wheel bearing race from the wheel hub.

Fig 2: Removing Inner Wheel Bearing Race From Wheel Hub Using Pinion Bearing Cone Remover And Suitable Press
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the snap ring.
Using the Wheel Hub Cup Remover/Installer and a suitable press, remove the outer wheel bearing race from the wheel knuckle.

Fig 3: Removing Outer Wheel Bearing Race From Wheel Knuckle Using Wheel Hub Cup Remover/Installer
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.