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2 - Front And Rear Idler Wheel Seal And Bearing Removal And Installation
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METAL FACE SEAL PREPARATION
Metal face seal are made of a hard and brittle metal
alloy with a highly polished contact surface. Never
place the seal rings face down on a hard or rough
surface.
Before seal installation the undercarriage must be
completely cleaned and dried. The hubs, bearings
and axles must be thoroughly cleaned and dried.
Flood wash the bearing cups and seal mounting
areas with denatured alcohol or a fast evaporating
electrical contact cleaner (Use a pump type spray
bottle to apply the denatured alcohol). Wipe parts
with a clean LINT FREE cloth. All parts MUST be
f r e e o f d ir t , d e b r i s a n d gr e a s e. R e p l a c e a ny
damaged parts.