Explorer Sport Trac 4WD V6-4.0L VIN K Flex Fuel (2004)
5. Remove the wheel hub grease seal and wheel bearing.
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Remove the wheel hub grease seal.
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Remove the wheel bearing.
6. CAUTION: Use a hub-mount brake lathe if necessary to machine the brake disc.
Measure the brake disc, and resurface as necessary. Install a new brake disc if beyond specification.
Installation
4x4 vehicles
1. Position the brake disc to the wheel hub.
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Use Metal Brake Parts Cleaner F6AZ-2C410-AB or equivalent to clean the brake disc.
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Using match-marks, mount the brake disc on the hub.
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Apply High Temperature Nickel Anti-Seize Lubricant F6AZ-9L494-AA or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-M12A4-A to the hub
mounting surface to prevent future corrosion.
4x2 vehicles
2. Thoroughly clean and inspect the front wheel bearings and the brake disc and hub.
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Use Metal Brake Parts Cleaner F6AZ-2C410-AB or equivalent.
3. Lubricate the front wheel bearings.
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Use Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or -K or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESA-M1C75-B.
