F 250 2WD Super Duty V8-5.4L VIN 5 (2006)
Wheel Bearing: Adjustments
Wheel Bearing Adjustment
CAUTION: If bearings are adjusted too tightly, they will overheat and wear rapidly. An adjustment that is excessively loose can cause pounding and
contribute to uneven tire wear, steering difficulties and inefficient brakes. Check bearing adjustment at regular inspection intervals. New wheel seals
must be installed when the hub is removed. A damaged or worn seal can permit bearing lubricant to reach the brake linings, resulting in ineffective
brake operation and necessitating premature replacement of the linings. To check the wheel bearing adjustment, raise the front of the vehicle. Grasp
the tire at the sides and alternately push inward and pull outward on the tire. If any looseness is felt, adjust the front wheel bearings as follows.
NOTE: Super Duty F-250, F-350 shown, Super Duty F-450, F-550 similar.
1. Remove the grease cap.
2. Remove the cotter pin and the wheel hub nut.
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Discard the cotter pin.
3. While rotating the wheel clockwise, tighten the wheel hub nut to 28 Nm (21 ft. lbs.) to seat the bearings.
