W150 1/2 Ton Pickup 4WD V8-318 5.2L VIN T 2-BBL (1983)
Fig. 4 Using pry bar to remove bearing from knuckle. 44 FBJ Units w/disc brakes. Models w/full time 4WD
Removal & Inspection
1. Remove axle shaft cotter pin and loosen outer axle shaft nut.
2. Raise vehicle then remove wheel assembly.
3. After removing caliper retainer and anti-rattle spring assembly, slide caliper out and away from rotor. Hang caliper out of the way. Do not allow
caliper to hang by hydraulic brake hose. Remove inboard brake pad.
4. Remove outer axle shaft nut and washer. Secure a suitable puller to wheel studs and tighten main screw of tool to remove hub and rotor assembly.
5. Remove puller from hub and rotor assembly.
6. Assemble Modified Bearing Press, Tool C-293-PA, Extension, Tool C-293-3, and Adapters, Tool No. C-293-49, to hub and rotor assembly and
position in a vise. Pull outer bearing cone from hub and rotor and discard outer seal.
7. Remove the six retainer bolts and retainer, then remove brake caliper adapter from knuckle, if required.
8. Place a pry bar behind inner axle shaft yoke and push bearings out of knuckle.
Fig. 5 Sizing axle shaft seal surface. 44 FBJ Units w/disc brakes. Models w/full time 4WD
Fig. 6 Installing bearing cups before checking bearing clamp. 44 FBJ Units w/disc brakes. Models w/full time 4WD
