Ford Escape: Rear Suspension / Removal and Installation - Wheel Studs
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
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Remove the wheel bearing and wheel hub.
Refer to: Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub - FWD (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).
Refer to: Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub - AWD (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).
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Press the wheel stud from the wheel bearing and wheel hub flange.
Use the General Equipment: Hydraulic Press
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Visual check.
Inspect the wheel bearing and wheel hub flange for corrosion or damage. Replace as necessary.
Installation
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Press the wheel stud into the wheel bearing and wheel hub flange until fully seated.
Use the General Equipment: Hydraulic Press
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Install the wheel bearing and wheel hub.
Refer to: Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub - FWD (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).
Refer to: Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub - AWD (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Vehicle/Axle Stands
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Two Leg Puller
Removal
Open the rear pivot arm nut cover.
Remove the rear wiper pivot arm nut.
Remove the rear wiper pivot arm.
Use the General Equipment: Two Leg Puller
Installation
Verify the rear window wiper motor is in the PARK positio..
Removal
All vehicles
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the liftgate trim panel.
Refer to: Liftgate Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
Reversing Lamp Assembly
Disconnect the reversing lamp electrical connector.
Remove the reversing lamp nuts.
Torque:
28 lb..