Wheel Hub: Service and Repair

WHEEL HUB

Removal and Installation

Exploded View FAX-5:

REMOVAL
1. Remove wheel and tire using power tool.
2. Remove engine undercover if equipped, using power tool.
3. Without disassembling the hydraulic lines, remove the torque member bolts using power tool. Then reposition brake caliper aside with wire.

NOTE: Do not press brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.





4. Put alignment mark on disc rotor and wheel hub and bearing assembly, then remove disc rotor.
5. For 4WD model, perform the following:
^ Remove cotter pin, then lock nut from drive shaft using power tool.
^ Remove drive shaft from wheel hub and bearing assembly.
6. Remove wheel sensor.
^ Inspect the wheel sensor O-ring, replace the wheel sensor assembly if damaged.
^ Clean the wheel sensor hole and mating surface with a suitable brake cleaner and clean lint-free shop rag. Be careful that dirt and debris do not enter the axle bearing area.
^ Apply a coat of suitable grease to the wheel sensor O-ring and mounting hole.

CAUTION: Do not pull on the wheel sensor harness.

7. Remove wheel hub and bearing assembly bolts using power tool.
8. Remove splash guard and wheel hub and bearing assembly from steering knuckle.

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check for deformity, cracks and damage on each part, replace if necessary.

INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.





^ When installing disc rotor on wheel hub and bearing assembly, position the disc rotor according to alignment mark. (When not using the alignment mark, refer to BR-28, "DISC ROTOR INSPECTION".). Testing and Inspection
^ When installing wheel and tire. Refer to WT-7, "Rotation". Rotation