1997 Ford Ranger wheel bearing

1997 FORD RANGER
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JASON1080
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1997 Ford Ranger 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic

the front left wheel bearing is making a grinding sound. so i was wondering what tool do i need to change it? i have all the basic wrenchs and sochets up to 7/8. do i need any thing special? and if the bearing breaks breaks will the wheel fall off? thanks
Oct 30, 2009 at 8:39 AM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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Yes, if the bearing seizes up and breaks apart during operation than the wheel can fall off..although it takes a LOT of abuse even to a bad wheel bearing for that to happen. Do you have automatic or manual locking hubs?
Oct 30, 2009 at 12:52 PM
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