Ford Workshop Service and Repair Manuals > Transit 1995 (08.1994-07.2000) > Mechanical Repairs | 2 Chassis | 214 Front Axle and suspension | 214-01 Front Suspension | Description and Operation | Removal and Installation

Wheel Bearings – Adjust (14 403 0)

Transit 1995 (08/1994-07/2000)

Removal and Installation

Special Tools

15‐022ADial gauge holding fixture

1. Raise the vehicle.

2. Remove the wheel bearing dust cap, split pin and nut retainer.

1. Remove the dust cap.

2. Remove the split pin and discard.

3. Remove the nut retainer.

3. Set up the wheel bearing end float.

1. Tighten the wheel bearing adjusting nut whilst rotating the wheel to accurately seat the bearings.

2. Slacken the adjusting nut by 180° and rock the wheel to settle the suspension.

3. Push and pull the wheel horizontally to feel the bearing end float.

4. If necessary slacken the adjusting nut by another 90° until end float is felt.

5. Measure the end float (End float should be 0,002 to 0,05 mm).

6. If necessary turn the adjusting nut either way to achieve the required end float.

4. Refit the nut retainer with a new split pin and the dust cap.

5. Lower the vehicle.

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