1998 ford explorer front Wheel hub bearings

[mikey1016]

i have a question for any mechanics who are honest and trustworthy. i have a 1998 ford explorer AWD 5.0 L and im not sure what it is but i have been hearing alot of humming noise coming from my front end. i am not sure if its my tires or my hub bearings going. what can i do to fix this issue and if it is the front wheel hubs is their any specific hub bearings i have to purchase or does it matter if it get ones that say for 4WD and or AWD models..

 

[swshawaii]

Tons of info in this 18 page thread.

How To: Replacing Front Hub / Bearing 1995+ Ford Explorer IFS
http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=165429&page=17