OEM Ford E-250 Spindle

Ford E-250 Spindle Parts and Q&A

• Knuckle, Front
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  Q: What are the crucial steps and considerations for servicing and repairing the wheel spindle on Ford E-250?

  A:

  Upgrading the wheel spindle requires complete understanding of crucial suspension fasteners because their failure brings high service expenses that affect vital system performance. Any new part installation should include exact part numbers from the original equipment or equivalent replacements that maintain higher quality than the original parts. Proof of retention demands compliance with posted torque values throughout the reassembly process. Connecting and disconnecting the wheel spindle for Ball Joint servicing exceeds the requirements for Brake Disc removal but replacing the spindle requires the brake disc to be taken out. The ball joint servicing process begins by taking out Brake Pads before disconnecting the wheel speed sensor electrical connection and removing the sensor harness from the brake hose. The installation requires a new outer tie-rod end cotter pin and retainer as well as matching nut tightening to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft). A Ball Joint Separator helps remove the outer tie-rod end which enables you to take off and dispose of the upper ball joint bolt before installing a new bolt secured at 103 Nm (76 lb-ft). The installation for the lower ball joint starts by discarding the current cotter pin and nut then adding new hardware with a 150 Nm (111 lb-ft) torque setting on the new nut followed by inserting a fresh cotter pin. The use of a pickle fork-type remover should be avoided because it risks damaging the ball joint boot and socket. The wheel spindle becomes accessible after you strike the lower axle end to free the ball joint before eliminating the wheel spindle. After removal the installation process should proceed backward but front end check-up and alignment is necessary if needed.