Rear Axle Hub and Bearing

AXLE: REAR AXLE HUB AND BEARING (for 4WD): ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

1. INSPECT REAR AXLE HUB BEARING BACKLASH





(a) Using a dial gauge, check for backlash near the center of the axle hub.
Maximum:
0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
If backlash exceeds the maximum, replace the axle hub assembly.
NOTICE:
Ensure that the dial gauge is set at right angles to the measurement surface.

2. INSPECT REAR AXLE HUB BEARING DEVIATION





(a) Using a dial gauge, check for deviation in the surface of the axle hub outside the hub bolt.
Maximum:
0.08 mm (0.0031 in.)
If backlash exceeds the maximum, replace the axle hub assembly.
NOTICE:
Ensure that the dial gauge is set at right angles to the measurement surface.