F 550 2WD Super Duty V8-7.3L DSL Turbo VIN F (2002)
Spindle: Service and Repair
Wheel Spindle - F-45O, F-550
Removal
1. CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure can result in
major service expense. They must be replaced with the same part number or an equivalent part if replacement is necessary. Do not use a
replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during re-assembly to ensure proper retention of
these parts.
NOTE: Right side shown, left side similar.
Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove the front disc brake caliper and the front disc brake rotor.
4. Remove and discard the cotter pin, and remove the castellated nut.
5. Using the Pitman Arm Puller, remove the tie rod end.
6. If equipped, remove the ABS sensor retaining bolt, ABS sensor harness retaining bolt and the ABS sensor. Position out of the way.