Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Rear (Disc Brake)

Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Rear (Disc Brake)

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Without disconnecting the hydraulic brake flex hose, remove and support the rear brake caliper and bracket as an assembly, and remove the rear brake rotor.
4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the wheel speed sensor.




5. Remove the wheel bearing/hub assembly mounting nuts.
6. Remove the wheel bearing/hub assembly and the disc brake backing plate from the rear axle assembly.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the wheel bearing/hub assembly and the brake backing plate to the rear axle assembly.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Install the wheel bearing/hub assembly mounting nuts to the axle assembly. Tighten the nuts evenly, in a cross-pattern.

Tighten the nuts to 45 N.m (33 lb ft) plus 30 degrees.

3. Connect the electrical connector to the wheel speed sensor.
4. Install the brake rotor, and install the brake caliper and bracket as an assembly.
5. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
6. Lower the vehicle.