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
Flat-Bladed Screwdriver
Removal
NOTE:
Driver seat shown, passenger seat similar.
Remove the front head restraint.
Depress the locking tab.
Remove the front head restraint.
Remove and discard the front head restraint guide sleeve(s).
Release the tab.
Remove and disc..
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices.
Module
DTC
Description
Action
BCM
B130F:12
Run Accessory Control: Circuit Short To Battery
GO to Pinpoint Test A
BCM
B130F:14
Run Accessory Control: Circuit Short To Ground Or Open
GO to Pinpoint Test A
BCM
B13A4:11
Front ..