Wheel Hub: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Ford Pickup, 2006 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2006 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2006 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

All vehicles

Remove the tire and wheel assembly. For additional information, refer to WHEELS & TIRES .
Remove the anchor plate. For additional information, refer to REAR DISC BRAKE .

Fig 1: Locating Anchor Plate
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Remove the axle shaft. For additional information, refer to AXLE SHAFT in this section.

Fig 2: Locating Axle Shaft
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F350

NOTE: Make sure that the drive tangs on the special tool engage the 4 slots of the hub nut.

Fig 3: Removing Hub Nut Using Special Tool

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Using the special tool, remove the hub nut.

F450 and F550

Using a suitable socket, remove the hub nut.

Fig 4: Removing Hub Nut
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All vehicles

Remove the outer rear wheel bearing.

Fig 5: Locating Outer Rear Wheel Bearing
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Remove the rear hub and brake disc assembly.
Remove the bolts and separate the rear hub from the rear brake disc.

Fig 6: Locating Rear Hub Bolts
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Inspect the rear hub for the following:
- Cracks and damage around the bolt holes.
- Oversized holes.