Crown Victoria V8-281 4.6L SFI (1998)
Wheel Bearing: Testing and Inspection
Front wheel bearings that need replacing may be indicated by a noise that occurs only when turning. To diagnose the wheel bearings:
1. Road test the vehicle on a smooth road. Make sharp turns to the right and left.
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If the vehicle makes noises on right turns, the left wheel bearing may need to be replaced.
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If the vehicle makes noises on the left turns, the right wheel bearing may need to be replaced.
2. Spin the tire quickly by hand and make sure the tire turns smoothly without noise from the wheel bearings.
3. Remove the wheel and disc brake caliper.
4. Torque front wheel hub retainer to 255-345 Nm (189-254 ft. lbs.).
5. Position Dial Indicator with Bracketry TOOL-4201-C or equivalent against the wheel hub, then push and pull the wheel hub. Measure the end play
of the wheel hub and wheel bearing assembly. There should be no perceptible end play. If there is perceptible end play replace the wheel hub.
