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Ford Bronco6G User manual

  • Hello! I have reviewed the user manual for the 2021 Bronco, specifically focusing on the front wheel bearing and wheel hub removal and installation procedures. The document provides step-by-step instructions, torque specifications and key steps such as using an assistant and applying the brake to prevent rotation while working on the hub nut. I am ready to answer questions you might have regarding this manual.
  • What should be done with the old wheel hub nut?
    What torque should be applied to the new wheel bearing and wheel hub bolts?
    What torque should be applied to the new wheel hub nut?
Front Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub
Removal
NOTICE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the performance of vital components and
systems. Failure of these fasteners may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent
parts if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute
design. Tighten fasteners as specified.
1. Install the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
2. Remove the front wheel speed sensor.
Refer to: Front Wheel Speed Sensor (206-09 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) and Stability Control,
Removal and Installation).
3. NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.
NOTE: Apply the brake to prevent the halfshaft from rotating while loosening the wheel hub nut.
Remove and discard the wheel hub nut.
4. Remove the brake disc.
Refer to: Brake Disc (206-03 Front Disc Brake, Removal and Installation).
204-01 Front Suspension 2021 Bronco
Removal and Installation Procedure revision date: 05/27/2021
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5. NOTE: Push the halfshaft into the wheel hub to gain access for the removal of the wheel bearing and
wheel hub bolts.
Remove and discard the front wheel bearing and wheel hub bolts.
Using a general equipment puller, press the halfshaft and remove the front wheel bearing and
wheel hub.
Use the General Equipment: Puller
Installation
1. NOTICE: Install and tighten the new wheel hub nut to specification in a continuous rotation.
Always install a new wheel hub nut after loosening or when not tightened to specification in a
continuous rotation or damage to the components may occur.
NOTE: Tighten the bolts in a cross pattern.
Position the front wheel bearing and wheel hub and install the 4 new front wheel bearing and wheel
hub bolts.
Tor
q
ue : 129 lb.ft
(
175 Nm
)
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2. Install the brake disc.
Refer to: Brake Disc (206-03 Front Disc Brake, Removal and Installation).
3. With old hub nut pull the halfshaft into hub.
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4. NOTICE: Install and tighten the new wheel hub nut to specification in a continuous rotation.
Always install a new wheel hub nut after loosening or when not tightened to specification in a
continuous rotation or damage to the components may occur.
NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.
NOTE: Apply the brake to keep the halfshaft from rotating.
While an assistant applies the brake, install the new wheel hub nut.
Torque : 221 lb.ft (300 Nm)
5. Install the front wheel speed sensor.
Refer to: Front Wheel Speed Sensor (206-09 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) and Stability Control,
Removal and Installation).
6. Install the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
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