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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1999TAURUS V8-3.4L VIN N SHOREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEALIGNMENTTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSCOMPREHENSIVE NOISE/VIBRATION/HARSHNESS PROCEDUREGENERAL PROCEDURESWHEEL BEARING CHECK
1999 Ford Taurus V8-3.4L VIN N SHO
Wheel Bearing Check
1999 Ford Taurus V8-3.4L VIN N SHOSECTION Wheel Bearing Check
1. WARNING:
The electrical power to the air suspension system must be shut off prior to hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. This can be accomplished by turning off the air suspension switch. Failure to do so can result in unexpected inflation or deflation of the air springs, which can result in shifting of the vehicle during these operations.
Raise the vehicle until the front tires are off the floor.
^ Make sure the wheels are in a straight forward position.
2. Note:
Make sure the wheel rotates freely and that the brake pads are retraced sufficiently to allow free movement of the tire and wheel assembly.
Spin the tire by hand to check the wheel bearings for roughness.
3. Grip each front tire at the top and bottom and move the wheel inward and outward while lifting the weight of the tire off the front wheel bearing.
4. If the tire and wheel (hub) is loose on the spindle, does not rotate freely, or has a rough feeling when spun, carry out one of the following:
^ On vehicles with inner and outer bearings, Inspect the bearings and cups for wear or damage. Adjust or install new bearings and cups as necessary.
^ On vehicles with one sealed bearing, install a new wheel hub. Refer to the appropriate workshop manual for the service procedures.
The electrical power to the air suspension system must be shut off prior to hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. This can be accomplished by turning off the air suspension switch. Failure to do so can result in unexpected inflation or deflation of the air springs, which can result in shifting of the vehicle during these operations.
Raise the vehicle until the front tires are off the floor.
^ Make sure the wheels are in a straight forward position.
2. Note:
Make sure the wheel rotates freely and that the brake pads are retraced sufficiently to allow free movement of the tire and wheel assembly.
Spin the tire by hand to check the wheel bearings for roughness.
3. Grip each front tire at the top and bottom and move the wheel inward and outward while lifting the weight of the tire off the front wheel bearing.
4. If the tire and wheel (hub) is loose on the spindle, does not rotate freely, or has a rough feeling when spun, carry out one of the following:
^ On vehicles with inner and outer bearings, Inspect the bearings and cups for wear or damage. Adjust or install new bearings and cups as necessary.
^ On vehicles with one sealed bearing, install a new wheel hub. Refer to the appropriate workshop manual for the service procedures.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.