Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Installation

1. Install the bearing.

1. Position the knuckle on the press.

2. Using the appropriate step plate adapter, press the bearing into the knuckle until the bearing clears the snap ring groove and bottoms out in the bore.

Wheel Hub - Cobra

2. Install the snap ring.

Wheel Hub - Cobra

3. CAUTION: The bearing inner race must be supported during hub installation.

Failure to follow these instructions can damage the bearing.

Install the hub.

1. Position the knuckle in a press, making sure the wheel bearing inner race is supported with the appropriate step plate adapter.

2. Using the special tool, install the hub.

Wheel Hub - Cobra

4. Install the dust shield and new bolts.

Wheel Hub - Cobra

5. Inspect the bearing dust seal. If necessary, install a new dust seal.

Wheel Hub - Cobra

6. Using a hammer and chisel, remove the dust seal.

Wheel Hub - Cobra

7. Using the special tools, install the dust seal.

Wheel Hub - Cobra

8. Install the knuckle. For additional information, refer to Wheel Knuckle-Cobra in this section.

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