Cougar/XR7 V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
Wheel Bearing: Service and Repair
Rear
REMOVAL
NOTE: When rear disc brake rotor is removed for either rotor or hub service or replacement, the hub flange and rotor mating surface should be
cleaned with a wire brush to remove rust and dirt.
1. Remove rear wheel knuckle and rear hub from vehicle.
2. Place rear wheel knuckle and rear hub assembly in a vise.
3. On vehicles with drum brakes, remove brake shoes and linings, brake shoe hold-down spring and adjuster from rear brake backing plate. Remove
four screws that retain the rear brake backing plate to the rear wheel knuckle. See Brakes and Traction Control.
NOTE: There are two approved methods for removing the rear hub from the rear wheel bearing. Both methods are described.
Method One
Position a 2-3 Jaw Puller D80L-1013-A and Step Plate Adapter D80L-630-5 or equivalent on the rear wheel knuckle and press out the rear hub
from the rear wheel knuckle assembly.
Method Two
