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2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan

Bearing Check

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Bearing Check
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: If any of the following conditions exist, install a new bearing.
  1. Inspect the bearing for a bent cage.
    Fig 1: Inspecting Bearing For Bent Cage
    G04620938Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Inspect the bearings for galling (metal smears on the roller ends).
    Fig 2: Inspecting Bearings For Galling (Metal Smears On Roller Ends)
    G04620939Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Inspect the bearings for brinelling (surface indentation in the race).
    Fig 3: Inspecting Bearings For Brinelling (Surface Indentation In Race)
    G04620940Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Inspect the bearing for a cracked inner race.
    Fig 4: Inspecting Bearing For Cracked Inner Race
    G04620941Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    5. NOTE: If etching is present, inspect the seals.
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