Ranger 2WD V6-245 4.0L VIN X SFI (1997)
Wheel Bearing: Testing and Inspection
1. Raise the vehicle until the tire clears the floor.
2. Grasp each front tire at the top and bottom and push the wheel inward and outward while lifting the weight of the tire off the bearings.
3. Make sure the wheel rotates freely and the brake pads are retracted sufficiently to allow movement of the wheel assembly.
4. End play is adjustable to correct bearing and shoulder wear on the front wheel spindle.
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Check end play at regular intervals to ensure proper operation and long life of bearings.
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If end play is adjusted too tightly, the bearings will overheat and wear rapidly. End play that is excessively loose can cause pounding and
contribute to uneven tire wear, steering difficulties and inefficient brakes.
5. Clean, inspect and lubricate front hub assemblies and bearings whenever the hub assemblies are removed or at the mileage/time periods indicated
in the maintenance schedule.
6. Install new hub assembly grease seals when the hub is removed.
NOTE: A damaged or worn seal may permit bearing lubricant to reach the brake linings, resulting in ineffective brake operation and necessitating
premature replacement of linings.
7. If the wheel/hub rotor is loose on the front wheel spindle or does not rotate freely, adjust the wheel bearings.
