Replacing the spindle nut on a Ford F-150 is not always necessary unless it shows signs of wear, damage, or if it has been removed during maintenance. If the spindle nut is stripped or corroded, it should be replaced to ensure proper wheel assembly and safety. Always consult the vehicle's service manual for specific recommendations regarding maintenance and replacement.
2000 f150 fron axle nut
generally the spindle nut needs replacing when you remove the nut. the new nut has a nylon locking ring on it, that is only designed to stay tight one time. once this is removed the nut will not stay tight with a second application The nut is a torque to yield design. After reaching torque specs, the threads have stretched. Reusing the nut will allow the nut to back off, since you can't properly torque it but one time.
222 - 298 most torq to 258~ish which is max on most torq wrenches, make sure you replace the spindle nut, it's 1 time use.
To remove the key from the spindle nut, first loosen the nut using the appropriate tool. Once the nut is loose, slide the key out of the keyway on the spindle shaft by grasping it firmly and pulling it out. Be cautious not to damage the key or the spindle during this process.
To replace the rear hub bearing you: 1. Jack up the wheel and support it with a stand. 2. Remove the brake drum and shoes. 3. Remove the cover on the spindle. 4. Raise the staked portion of the spindle nut with a hammer and punch. 5. Remove the nut. 6. Unbolt the strut from the spindle. 7. Unbolt the trailing link from the spindle. 8. Unbolt the lateral links from the spindle. 9. Take the spindle and bearing to a machine shop. The old bearing must be pressed out and the new bearing pressed into the spindle.
take horn cap off the center of the steering wheel and you will see large nut holding the wheel to the spindle, loosen nut and then you will need a wheel puller, install puller and tighten the nut down on the puller until the steering wheel frees itself from the spindle and your done.
The front spindle nut on a 1991 Honda Civic requires a 32mm axle nut socket.
173 ft/lbs. The nut can only be used 4 times, so replace if it looks in bad condition. Remember to rotate the drum as your torque the nut.
Hey Roseanne==First, jack up the wheel then remove wheel, then the caliper. Then remove the dust cap over the spindle nut. Then remove the spindle nut and pull the fub and rotor off of the spindle. If the races thst are in the hub are scored remove them with a punch and install new ones. Then replace the inner bearing and NEW seal and put on the car and replace the outter bearing and spindle nut. Torque the nut to seat the bearing then back it off until there is slight play in the bearing. Pack the bearings before you install them and don't put excess grease in between the bearings or in the dust cap. GoodluckJoe
To replace the hub assembly on a 2001 4X4 F150, start by safely lifting the vehicle and removing the front wheel. Next, disconnect the brake caliper and rotor, then remove the axle nut and any retaining bolts for the hub assembly. Carefully pull the old hub assembly off the spindle, and install the new hub by reversing the steps, ensuring all bolts are torqued to specifications. Finally, reassemble the brake components, replace the wheel, and lower the vehicle.
30mm
Its a 30mm socket