Ford Escape: Rear Suspension / Removal and Installation - Wheel Studs
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
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Remove the wheel bearing and wheel hub.
Refer to: Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub - FWD (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).
Refer to: Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub - AWD (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).
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Press the wheel stud from the wheel bearing and wheel hub flange.
Use the General Equipment: Hydraulic Press
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Visual check.
Inspect the wheel bearing and wheel hub flange for corrosion or damage. Replace as necessary.
Installation
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Press the wheel stud into the wheel bearing and wheel hub flange until fully seated.
Use the General Equipment: Hydraulic Press
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Install the wheel bearing and wheel hub.
Refer to: Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub - FWD (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).
Refer to: Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub - AWD (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Vehicle/Axle Stands
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Resistance Spotwelding Equipment
Spherical Cutter
Grinder
Air Body Saw
8 mm Drill Bit
MIG/MAG Welding Equipment
Spot Weld Drill Bit
Locking Pliers
Removal
WARNING:
Electric vehicles damaged by a crash may have compromised
high voltage safety systems and present a potential high voltage
electrical shock ..
Partial Replacement
Item
Description
1
Sectioning area
2
Manufacture weld joint
Decision Criteria
The following points a crucial to the decision of complete or partial replacement of the part(s).
Is the repair economically feasible.
Retention/integrity of the original joint.
In
addition, s..