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:
Removal
Position the second row left seat back all the way
forward, then raise front of the rear load floor up and out of the way.
Raise the left front corner of the left load compartment floor support up and out of the way.
Disconnect the fuel pump driver module electrical connector.
Remove..
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Refer to: Intake Manifold (303-01B Engine - 2.0L EcoBoost (177kW/240PS) – MI4, Removal and Installation).
Position aside the PCV tube.
Remove the crankcase vent oil separator bolts and then remove the crankcase vent oil separator.
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