Wheel Bearing: Adjustments

Fig. 1 Checking rear wheel bearing adjustment (typical):

EXC. 4 WHEEL DRIVE MODELS

1. Tighten axle nut to approximately 36 ft.lbs. (29 ft. lbs on Justy).
2. Loosen nut 1/8 to 1/10 turn. Using a suitable spring scale measure starting force, Fig. 1. Starting force should be 1.9-3.2 lbs. (3.1-4.4 lbs. on Justy).
3. Bend lock plate to locknut in position, then install bearing cap and gasket.