Explorer 4WD V8-4.6L VIN W (2002)
Wheel Bearing: Service and Repair
Rear
Wheel Bearing
Removal And Installation
1. Remove the wheel knuckle.
2. CAUTION: Make sure that the press adapter outside diameter is slightly smaller than the hub outside diameter or damage to the knuckle will
result.
Using a suitable press, remove the hub from the bearing.
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Discard the hub.
3. NOTE: The retainer ring is tapered and must be installed flat side down.
Remove the retainer ring.
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Discard the retainer ring.
4. Using a suitable press, remove the bearing from the wheel knuckle.
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Discard the bearing.
5. CAUTION: The hub and bearing cannot be reused after disassembly.
To install. reverse the removal Procedure.
