Ranger 4WD V6-177 2.9L (1988)
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the spindle threads, look into the spindle keyway under the adjusting nut and remove the separate locking key
before removing the adjusting nut.
Wheel Bearing Adjusting Nut.
7. Remove the wheel bearing adjusting nut from the spindle using a 2-3/8 inch hex socket tool.
8. Slide hub/rotor off spindle being careful to catch the outer wheel bearing.
With Manual Locking Hubs
Fig. 5 Manual Locking Hub
1. Raise the vehicle until the tire clears the floor and remove the wheel and tire assembly.
2. Remove the brake caliper and secure to the underbody to prevent damage to the brake hose. It is not necessary to disconnect the hose from the
caliper.
CAUTION: Do not let the caliper hang with its weight on the brake hose or the hose may become stretched, twisted or ruptured.
3. Remove the retainer washers from the lugnut studs and the manual locking hub assembly from the spindle.
4. Remove the snap ring from the end of the spindle shaft.
Axle Shaft Spacer
5. Remove the axle shaft spacer.
