Ford Escape: Front Suspension / Removal and Installation - Wheel Studs
Removal
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NOTE:
Wheel studs are not serviceable separately. Wheel bearing and wheel hub assembly must be replaced.
Remove the front wheel bearing and wheel hub.
Refer to: Front Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation).
Installation
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NOTE:
Wheel studs are not serviceable separately. Wheel bearing and wheel hub assembly must be replaced.
Install the front wheel bearing and wheel hub.
Refer to: Front Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation).
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
204-161
(T97P-1175-A)
Installer, HalfshaftTKIT-1997-LM2TKIT-1997-F/FM2TKIT-1997-FLM2
205-D070
(D93P-1175-B)
Remover, Front Wheel Hub
Tie Rod End Remover
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Spring Compressor
Vise
DISASSEMBLY
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Other information:
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Ultra Silicone SealantTA-29
WSS-M4G323-A8
Removal
Remove the transmission.
Refer to: Transmission (307-01B Automatic Transmission - Automatic Transmission – HF45, Removal and Installation)...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the A/C pressure transducer.
Torque:
71 lb.in (8 Nm)
Installation
To install, reverse the removal procedure...