Front Wheel Bearing And Wheel Hub - Project 8 (G2248482): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Jaguar XE and 2019 Jaguar XE. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION:

The lower arm ball joint can be damaged by excessive articulation.
The wheel knuckle must be fully supported at all times.
Do not allow the wheel knuckle to hang on the lower arm.

NOTE:

This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.
This procedure contains illustrations for left side components, right side components are similar.

Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
Refer to: LIFTING
Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: WHEEL AND TIRE - PROJECT 8
CAUTION: Do not use air or power tools to remove or install the halfshaft nut.

NOTE: Retain the nut for use in the installation procedure.

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Apply the foot brake and remove the halfshaft nut.
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Remove the 5 bolts and remove the duct.
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- Remove the bolt and remove the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) sensor from the wheel knuckle.
- Release the ABS wiring harness from the bracket.
- Position the harness away from the wheel knuckle.
NOTE: If equipped.

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Disconnect the suspension height sensor link.
CAUTION: Make sure that the brake hose does not support the full weight of the brake caliper assembly.

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- Remove and discard the 2 brake caliper bolts.
- Remove the brake caliper from the disc and suitably support the caliper away from the wheel knuckle.
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- Loosen, but do not fully remove the tie rod end nut.
- Using a suitable tool, release the tie rod end.
  General Equipment: Two leg puller
- Remove the nut and position the tie rod assembly away from the wheel knuckle.
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- Remove and discard the stabilizer bar link nut.
- Position the stabilizer bar link in the direction illustrated.
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- Loosen, but do not fully remove the nut.
- Position the special tool as illustrated
- Using the special tool, release the lower arm ball joint.
  Special Tool(s): JLR-204-793A
  
  General Equipment: Copper Hammer
- Remove the special tool.
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Remove the nut.
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- Using the special tool, release the halfshaft.
  Special Tool(s): 205-857
- Remove the special tool.
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- Remove and discard the upper wheel knuckle nut and bolt.
- Release the wheel knuckle assembly from the upper arm ball joint.
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Remove the wheel knuckle assembly from the vehicle.
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Remove the bolt and remove the brake disc.
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Remove the 3 bolts and remove the brake disc shield.
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- Position the special tool as illustrated.
- Using a hydraulic press, remove the wheel hub.
  Special Tool(s): JLR-204-726 , JLR-204-836
  
  General Equipment: Hydraulic press
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Using a suitable tool, position the inner race 5mm.

General Equipment: Vise jaw protectors

General Equipment: Workbench with vice

General Equipment: Chisel
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- Install the special tool as illustrated.
  Special Tool(s): 204-305
- Using a hydraulic press, remove the inner bearing race.
  General Equipment: Hydraulic press
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Remove and discard the circlip.
NOTE: Note the position of the wheel bearing before removal.

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- Install the special tools as illustrated.
- Using a hydraulic press, remove and discard the wheel bearing.
  Special Tool(s): JLR-204-726
  
  General Equipment: Hydraulic press