Front Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the 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 wheel and tire. Refer to: Wheel and Tire .
- Remove and discard the wheel hub nut.
- Remove the brake hose bracket bolt and position the brake hose aside.
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NOTE: Do not use a prying device or separator fork between the ball joint and the wheel knuckle. Damage to the ball joint or ball joint seal may result. Only use the pry bar by inserting it into the lower arm body opening.NOTE: Use care when releasing the lower arm and wheel knuckle into the resting position or damage to the ball joint seal may occur.
Remove and discard the ball joint pinch bolt and nut and separate the ball joint from the wheel knuckle.
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NOTE: Do not bend the inner joint more than 18 degrees and the outer joint more than 45 degrees. Damage to the shaft will occur.
Install the special tool and press the halfshaft from the front wheel bearing and wheel hub. Use Special Service Tool: 205-D070 (D93P-1175-B) Remover, Front Wheel Hub.
- Remove the brake disc. Refer to: Brake Disc .
- Remove and discard the front wheel bearing and wheel hub bolts and remove the front wheel bearing and wheel hub.