F 450 2WD Super Duty V10-6.8L VIN S (1999)
CAUTION: Under no circumstances are power tools to be used when performing these operations.
NOTE: The hub nut will ratchet as torque is applied.
Tighten the hub nut, rotating the rear hub occasionally while tightening.
Adjust hub nuts as follows:
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For new bearings, ratchet back five teeth or notches (1/8 turn) on the hub nut. Five notches must be felt during this operation in order to have
performed it correctly.
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For used bearings, ratchet back seven teeth or notches (1/6 turn) on the hub nut. Seven notches must be felt during this operation to, have
performed it correctly.
WITH DANA AXLE
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Apply inward pressure to the socket to separate the ratcheting components of the hub nut. Tighten to specification.
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Back off the nut 90 degrees, then retighten to specification. Rotate the rear hub occasionally while tightening to set the bearings.