Taurus V6-182 3.0L (1987)
13. On the bench, install Front Hub Puller D80L-1002-L and Shaft Protector D80L-625-1 or equivalent, with jaws of puller on knuckle bosses and
remove hub.
Note: Ensure the shaft protector is centered, clears the bearing ID, and rests on the end face of the hub journal.
14. Remove snap ring, which retains bearing in knuckle assembly, with snap ring pliers and discard.
Knuckle On Press (UP)
15. Using a hydraulic press, place Front Bearing Spacer T86P-1104-A2 or equivalent step side up on press plate and position knuckle (outboard side
up) on the spacer. Install Front Bearing Remover T83P-1104-AH2 or equivalent centered on the bearing inner race and press bearing out of the
knuckle.
16. Discard bearing.
Installation
1. On bench, remove all foreign material from knuckle bearing bore and hub bearing journal to ensure correct seating of new bearing.
Note:
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If hub bearing journal is scored or damaged, replace hub. Do not attempt to service.
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The front wheel bearings are of a cartridge design and are pregreased, sealed, and require no scheduled maintenance.
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The bearings are preset and cannot be adjusted.
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If a bearing is disassembled for any reason, it must be replaced as a unit. No individual service seals, roller or races are available.
