Lincoln Navigator: Front Suspension - LHD 4WD / Wheel Studs. Removal and Installation

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

211-023 (T74P-3044-A1) C-Frame and Screw

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. Remove the brake disc shield.
   Refer to: Brake Disc Shield (206-03 Front Disc Brake, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Press the wheel stud from the hub flange.
   Use Special Service Tool: 211-023 (T74P-3044-A1)  C-Frame and Screw.

Installation

1. NOTE: Make sure to use washers that have an ID that is larger than the OD of the wheel stud serrations. Use enough washers (approximately 3 to 4) to allow the wheel stud to fully seat against the hub flange.

   Install the wheel stud.
   
   • Tighten the wheel nut until the wheel stud is seated against the hub flange.
     
   • Discard the wheel nut.
     

1. Install the brake disc shield.
   Refer to: Brake Disc Shield (206-03 Front Disc Brake, Removal and Installation).