Focus L4-2.0L SOHC VIN P (2000)
Using the supplied 300 grit emery cloth, sand the spindle as described above. Remove any corrosion or burrs found on the wheel spindle. See
Figure 7.
2.
CAUTION: The double-lip water seal is prelubricated. Do not apply any lubrication to the double-lip water seal or the spindle before, during or
after installation. Added lubrication may cause the double-lip water seal to unseat during vehicle operation.
NOTE:
The double-lip water seal is oriented in the protective cap correctly for installation.
Do not separate the double-lip water seal and cap until the seal is installed onto the wheel spindle.
NOTE:
Be sure to inspect the double lip water seal for any deformation (damage) after installation.
Position the double-lip water seal and its protective cap onto the wheel spindle as far as possible by hand. Thread the Rotunda Seal Installer
204-325 onto the wheel spindle until it bottoms out on the protective cap. Next, using a 25 mm (1 in.) crowfoot wrench, turn the seal installer until
it stops and then tighten it to 7 Nm (61 lb-in). Unscrew the Seal Installer from the wheel spindle and remove the protective cap by hand. After
removing the protective cap, inspect the double-lip water seal to make sure it was not deformed during installation. If deformed, re-inspect the
spindle to ensure the sharp corner was adequately removed, then obtain and install a replacement seal. See Figure 8.
