Excursion 4WD V10-6.8L (2002)
15. Inspect the seal surface and inner shoulder for scratches and damage.
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Remove all scratches, gouges or galling damage with No. 600 or finer crocus cloth.
Installation
1. NOTE: Clean the spindle thoroughly after removing the rear hub.
Coat the spindle with axle lubricant.
2. CAUTION: The hub bearings must be prelubed prior to installation.
Fill the hub cavity with 29.6 ml (1 oz) of axle lubricant.
3. CAUTION: Use extreme care not to damage the hub seal by allowing it to contact the spindle during installation.
NOTE: Coat the spindle and hub seal inside diameter with axle lubricant.
NOTE: Installing the rear hub in this manner causes the outer bearing to act as a pilot making the installation easier.
Push the rear hub and outer bearing onto the spindle as an assembly.
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Hold the outer bearing seated and use the bearing as a pilot.