NHTSA ID Number: 10176938
Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 48876
Summary
For 2013-2019 Ford
Explorer vehicles that require rear wheel knuckle and bushing assembly repairs, dealers are advised to follow Workshop Manual (WSM) Procedures and use service parts recommended by Ford only. Ford has received reports of toe link failures after the installation of non-OEM cross-axial ball joints (aka bushings) in the rear wheel knuckle, and if service of the rear wheel knuckle and bushing assembly is required, the recommended repair is to replace the affected 5B758/9 as an assembly only. Refer to WSM, Section 204-02, and the Ford Service Parts Catalog as needed.
12 Affected Products
Vehicles
APPLICABLE VEHICLES
2013 – 2019 TRUCK: UB U502N EXPLORER
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
SSM 48876 – 2013-2019 Explorer – Rear Wheel Knuckle and Bushing Assembly Service Repairs
NHTSA ID Number: 10176117
Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 48821
Summary
For 2013-2019 Ford Explorer vehicles that require rear wheel knuckle and bushing assembly repairs, dealers are advised to follow Workshop Manual (WSM) Procedures and use service parts recommended by Ford only. Ford has received reports of toe link failures after the installation of non-OEM cross-axial ball joints in the rear wheel knuckle, and if service of the rear wheel knuckle and bushing assembly is required, the recommended repair is to replace the affected 5B758/9 assembly. Refer to WSM, Section 204-02, and the Ford Service Parts Catalog as needed.
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
SSM 48821 – 2013-2019 Explorer – Rear Wheel Knuckle and Bushing Assembly Service Repairs
- WHEEL BEARING PULLER SET: This wheel bearing tool kit by Orion Motor Tech provides everything you need to let you quickly and easily remove and install your wheel bearings without hammering and front-end alignment, Please lubricate the rod to protect the threads
- UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY: Our versatile wheel bearing press kit offers multiple sleeves and bushings in most common sizes to work with nearly any front wheel drive automobile or light truck, whether foreign or domestic
- QUICK & EASY OPERATION: Two 8.8 grade sliding screws with precision threading firmly hold your bearings and let you smoothly pop them out without damage, leaving the steering knuckle and strut assembly untouched
- DURABLE CONSTRUCTION: Made of premium stainless steel, this wheel bearing removal tool set provides strong and dependable long-lasting service; the sliding screws are heat treated and blackened for superior strength and corrosion resistance
- COMPACT & PORTABLE: This 24 piece front wheel bearing press tool set comes with a blow-molded storage case, keeping everything organized and easy to carry from home garage to workshop
- WHEEL BEARING PULLER SET: This wheel bearing tool kit by Orion Motor Tech provides everything you need to let you quickly and easily remove and install your wheel bearings without hammering and front-end alignment, Please lubricate the rod to protect the threads
- UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY: Our versatile wheel bearing press kit offers multiple sleeves and bushings in most common sizes to work with nearly any front wheel drive automobile or light truck, whether foreign or domestic
- QUICK & EASY OPERATION: Two 8.8 grade sliding screws with precision threading firmly hold your bearings and let you smoothly pop them out without damage, leaving the steering knuckle and strut assembly untouched
- DURABLE CONSTRUCTION: Made of premium stainless steel, this wheel bearing removal tool set provides strong and dependable long-lasting service; the sliding screws are heat treated and blackened for superior strength and corrosion resistance
- COMPACT & PORTABLE: This 24 piece front wheel bearing press tool set comes with a blow-molded storage case, keeping everything organized and easy to carry from home garage to workshop
- UNIVERSAL SIZING: This Orion Motor Tech bushing removal tool kit includes 50 interchangeable discs to build 2,450 custom bushing driver variations so you always have the right size for the job.
- COMPLETE SET: The discs sizes range from 18mm (0.7 inches) all the way to 65mm (2.51 inches) in 1mm increments plus 74mm (2.91 inches). All discs are connected with a 12mm (0.47 inches) shaft and screw which quickly connects to a 180mm (7.08 inch) handle, making for a complete and effective wheel bearing driver set.
- EASY OPERATION: This auto tool kit includes a long handle shaft to simplify bearing race and seal replacement and help you remove or install wheel bearings quickly and professionally.
- HEAVY-DUTY DURABILITY: With ultra-strong carbon-steel construction and black anodic oxidation coating for rust-resistance, this mechanic toolset will stand up to years of heavy use.
- PROTECTIVE CARRYING CASE: Includes a heavy-duty, blow-molded case with precision-sized compartments for every piece - great for storage and transport while lengthening the life of the tool set.
- UNIVERSAL SIZING: This Orion Motor Tech bushing removal tool kit includes 50 interchangeable discs to build 2,450 custom bushing driver variations so you always have the right size for the job.
- COMPLETE SET: The discs sizes range from 18mm (0.7 inches) all the way to 65mm (2.51 inches) in 1mm increments plus 74mm (2.91 inches). All discs are connected with a 12mm (0.47 inches) shaft and screw which quickly connects to a 180mm (7.08 inch) handle, making for a complete and effective wheel bearing driver set.
- EASY OPERATION: This auto tool kit includes a long handle shaft to simplify bearing race and seal replacement and help you remove or install wheel bearings quickly and professionally.
- HEAVY-DUTY DURABILITY: With ultra-strong carbon-steel construction and black anodic oxidation coating for rust-resistance, this mechanic toolset will stand up to years of heavy use.
- PROTECTIVE CARRYING CASE: Includes a heavy-duty, blow-molded case with precision-sized compartments for every piece - great for storage and transport while lengthening the life of the tool set.
- Master Bushing Tool Set ---- deluxe custom driver kit, assist in the bearing race and seal replacement on your car, truck transmission, axle, wheel hub when installing new bearing seal back into your vehicles
- Universal Compatibility ---- our bearing and seal driver set has 50 interchangeable discs, giving you an amazing 2,450 different variations due to each of the 50 discs being interchangeable with each other. The discs go from 0.7 inches all the way to 2.55 inches in 1mm increments plus 2.9 inches. All discs are connected with a 0.47 inches shaft and screw which connects to a 7.08 inch handle, making the wheel bearing driver set complete and effect.
- Heavy Duty and Durability ---- heavy-duty carbon steel construction; black anodic oxidation for ultimate anti-rust performance, these components will stand up to heavy use and accidental drops. Perfect for off road weekend warriors, novices, and professional mechanics.
- Effective Press Kit ---- everything you need for a fast & effective removal and installation of wheel bearings on your cars or trucks; easily replaces wheel bearings with our multi-size bushing discs and heavy-duty long handle shaft
- Comes with the case ---- Each kit includes illustrated parts diagram making operation easily. It is equipped with 50pcs bushing discs, 1pc long handle shaft and necessary assemblies. Comes in a heavy duty, blow molded case for every parts, easy for storage and transport.
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