2002 Explorer Front Wheel Bearing Removal

Hi-

I am trying to replace the front wheel bearing assemblies on my 02
Ford Explorer XLT V8. I cannot get at the three 15mm bolts that hold
the assembly onto the back spindle housing. Does anyone know if these
require a special tool? I've tried all sorts of box wrenches. Sockets
will not clear the CV joint. The bolts are also on really tight,
despite spraying them with WD40 for several hours. Open end wrenches
are out of the question.

Best,
George

Ummmm... push the CV joint back far enough to get the socket on.... If that
doesn't do the trick, remove the axle...


"George" > wrote in message
...
> Hi-
>
> I am trying to replace the front wheel bearing assemblies on my 02
> Ford Explorer XLT V8. I cannot get at the three 15mm bolts that hold
> the assembly onto the back spindle housing. Does anyone know if these
> require a special tool? I've tried all sorts of box wrenches. Sockets
> will not clear the CV joint. The bolts are also on really tight,
> despite spraying them with WD40 for several hours. Open end wrenches
> are out of the question.
>
> Best,
> George