How to Replace Vacuum Hub Actuator 2009-2014 Ford F-150

[@1AAuto]

√ Watch the Video √ Buy The Part at 1A Auto 1aau.to/m/Visit-1AAuto √ Do it Yourself √ Save Money

[@johnensomo288]

Took some detailed notes while watching. I'll be installing Dorman IWE delete (part#600-405) instead of OEM so I don't have to do it again down the line. Steps & Procedure 1. Remove Wheel: 21mm - Jack up the vehicle and remove the wheel. 2. Detach Vacuum Hose: Disconnect the vacuum hose. 3. Tie Rod End: 21mm - Disconnect the tie rod end from the knuckle, tap it free with a hammer, and hang it with a bungee cord. 4. Remove ABS Sensor: 8mm - Unscrew and remove the ABS sensor bolt. 5. Remove Brake Hose: 10mm - Unscrew and remove the brake hose bolt. 6. Remove Brake Caliper: 18mm - Remove two bolts, release the caliper, and hang it with a bungee cord. 7. Remove Rotor: Pull off the rotor. If seized, tap between lug studs or use a threaded bolt to break it free. 8. Remove Axle Cap: Use pliers or a flathead screwdriver to remove the axle cap. 9. Remove Axle Nut: 13mm - Unscrew the axle nut and note the axle's length before pushing it in. 10. Upper Ball Joint: 21mm - Loosen the knuckle bolt to release the upper ball joint stud, then hammer it free and remove the bolt. 11. Detach Axle from Coupler: Push the axle inward to release it from the coupler. 12. Remove Vacuum Actuator: 8mm - Remove three bolts and detach the vacuum actuator. 13. Clean Components: Thoroughly clean all parts, including the rotor, using a wire brush and brake cleaner. Reassembly Steps: 14. Apply Grease: Apply a generous amount of wheel bearing grease to the new coupler and axle hub. 15. Install Coupler: 8mm - Hand-tighten three bolts, aligning the coupler by turning the axle left and right to ensure proper fit. 16. Reconnect Ball Joint: 21mm (25 ft-lbs) - Align the upper ball joint to the knuckle and secure the bolt. 17. Seat Axle: Push the axle back in, ensuring it is properly seated and matches the original length. 18. Reinstall Axle Nut: 13mm (20 ft-lbs) - Tighten the axle nut, avoiding overtightening. 19. Replace Axle Cap: Apply silicone grease to the axle cap and tap it into place with a rubber mallet. 20. Reinstall Rotor: Clean the wheel hub and lug studs, apply ceramic anti-seize (avoiding the studs), and hand-tighten one lug nut to hold the rotor. 21. Reattach Brake Caliper: 18mm (136 ft-lbs) - Secure the caliper bolts with Loctite. 22. Reconnect Brake Hose & ABS Sensor: 10mm/8mm - Secure the brake hose and ABS sensor; (reconnect the vacuum hose). 23. Reattach Tie Rod End: 21mm (85 ft-lbs) - Secure the tie rod end to the knuckle. 24. Reinstall Wheel: 21mm (150 ft-lbs) - Mount the wheel and tighten the lug nuts. Completed!

[@JamesStrikwerda]

Thank you, helpful to entry level mechanic like myself

[@husa4342]

Great job sir! For those changing their hub, most of these same steps apply there as well.

[@capncrunch504]

Watching this video was very helpful. I followed everything step by step. Thanks

[@gadgetmantwincities]

What an excellent video!

[@jasonlynch7633]

Thank you. Those were perfect instructions.

[@WheezyWillis]

Thank you 1a auto. Fixed both sides on my 2010 xlt 4.6l f150 saved bunch of $$$

[@tonyhernandez3873]

Buena explicación, agraria que revisen los engranajes del spindol ,u el brazo que conecta el actuador y la pieza que soporta el sivijoin "

[@happygear]

Quick question does actuator have a around spring sitting in the rubber?

[@georged1085]

Will I possibly need an alignment after changing these?

[@BrettJayne-nx9fc]

Very good video

[@1AAuto]

+@BrettJayne-nx9fc Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@CarsonStassen]

Anyone know why I have the intermittent grinding sound. I checked the actuators with a vacuum gauge, each holding pressure. Checked my lines, each pulling pressure. This was yesterday and then i put it back together and I didn’t have any grinding for the rest of the day. Today I drove to work, heard the grinding, checked pressure and everything was good again. Could it be my cv axle?

[@jasonlynch7633]

I keep reading 30 ft lbs on the axle nut and 185 on the calipers. Why do you recommend 20?

[@DK-wx8bq]

Excellent video.

[@grantdubridge7995]

Fordtech takes off the upper swingarm nut and separates it then does not take the brakes off.

[@alexstern7925]

What is the torque on the three 8 millimeters bolts holding the actuator?

[@josemanuelvargas9305]

ty

[@RadTrav270]

Anyone info on why I’d be getting vacuum to one hub but low vacuum (5) to the other? After replacing everything?

[@Beansoup.16]

Thanks

[@WhateversClever777]

I set my torque wrench wrong and broke the spindle off completely and had to change the cv axle out

[@Wisconsin4eyes]

Well I guess we all know why I’m here.

[@hansmeizinger8840]

I hope a question I want to ask can be answered here, can I swap a complete 2016 front suspension in to my 2012 Ford F-150 4x4, all new parts very cheap to me. Thanks

[@matthewcody2963]

very good video