Explorer 2WD V6-245 4.0L SOHC VIN E EFI (1997)
Brake Rotor/Disc: Service and Repair
Brake Rotor/Disc
Front
REMOVAL:
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Remove the front disc brake caliper anchor plate.
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Remove the front disc brake hub and rotor as follows:
1. Remove the hub grease cap.
2. Remove the cotter pin.
3. Remove the nut retainer.
4. Remove the spindle nut.
5. Remove the front wheel outer bearing retainer washer.
6. Remove the outer front wheel bearing.
7. Remove the front disc brake hub and rotor.
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Resurface the front disc brake hub and rotor.
1. Remove the wheel hub grease seal.
2. Remove the inner front wheel bearing.
INSTALLATION:
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thoroughly clean and inspect the front wheel bearings and the front disc brake hub and rotor.
^ Use Metal Brake Parts Cleaner F3AZ-19579-SA or equivalent.
