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:
Transmission Overview
The Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (eCVT) has the following internal components:
Traction Motor
Generator/Starter
High voltage terminals
Pump and filter assembly
Park lock actuator
TFT sensor
Planetary carrier
Differential carrier
High voltage inductor
Transmission fluid auxiliary pump
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Trailer Towing Connector (If Equipped)
When attaching the trailer wiring connector
to your vehicle, only use a proper fitting
connector that works with the vehicle and
trailer functions.
Note: Install the waterproof protection cap
back onto the trailer towing connector
whenever it is not in use. This helps to
prevent water damage and trailer towing
connector malfunction.
Note: You cannot u..