Wheel Hub: Service and Repair

Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub









Removal and Installation

CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure may result in major service expense. New parts must be installed with the same part numbers or equivalent part, if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used during reassembly to make sure correct retention of these parts.

1. Remove the wheel and tire.

2. CAUTION: Do not allow the caliper and anchor plate assembly to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose can occur.

Remove the 2 bolts and position the caliper and anchor plate assembly aside.
^ Support the caliper and anchor plate assembly using mechanic's wire.
^ To install, tighten to 200 Nm (148 lb-ft).
3. Remove the cotter pin and wheel hub nut retainer.
^ Discard the cotter pin.
4. Remove and discard the wheel hub nut.
^ To install, tighten to 400 Nm (296 lb-ft).
5. Remove the brake disc/wheel bearing and wheel hub assembly.

6. CAUTION: Do not apply lubricant to the threaded end of the wheel spindle or incorrect clamp load may occur.

NOTE: Clean the wheel spindle (including the threaded end) of any dirt or grease using the specified solvent before installing the brake disc.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.