E 350 V8-5.4L (2008)
4. Start the hub nut making sure that the tab aligns correctly in the keyway prior to thread engagement.
5. NOTE: The following hub nut tightening sequence will prevent side-to-side end play of the hub and brake disc assembly.
NOTE: Apply inward pressure to the socket to separate the ratcheting components of the hub nut.
To adjust the bearings, tighten the nut to 95 Nm (70 lb-ft).
6. Back off the nut 90 degrees.
7. Tighten the nut.
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Tighten to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
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To verify that there is no side-to-side end play, attach a magnetically mounted dial indicator to the spindle end and place the dial indicator tip
on the outboard surface of the hub. Check for side-to-side end play.
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Final bearing adjustment has zero end play. The maximum torque to rotate the hub is 2.3 Nm (20 lb-inch) when end play is zero.
