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How do you remove the front axle bearing from a 1995 Ford Aspire?

To remove the front axle bearing from a 1995 Ford Aspire, follow these steps:

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and turn off the engine.

2. Apply the parking brake.

3. Loosen the lug nuts on the front wheels with a lug wrench.

4. Use a jack to raise the vehicle and place a jack stand underneath the frame near the front axle.

5. Remove the lug nuts and wheels.

6. Use a ball joint separator to separate the ball joint from the steering knuckle.

7. Use a pry bar to pry the axle out of the hub.

8. Use a bearing puller to remove the front axle bearing from the hub.

9. Clean the hub and bearing surfaces.

10. Apply a coat of grease to the new bearing.

11. Install the new bearing into the hub.

12. Use the bearing puller to seat the bearing.

13. Install the axle into the hub.

14. Connect the ball joint to the steering knuckle.

15. Install the wheels and lug nuts.

16. Tighten the lug nuts with a lug wrench.

17. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack stand.