Front Suspension
Wheel Stud Replacement
Tools Required
J 43631 Ball Joint Remover
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair).
3. Remove the brake rotor. Refer to Front Brake Rotor Replacement (Service and Repair).
4. UsingJ 43631 press the stud from the wheel bearing/hub.
Installation Procedure
1. Install a new stud. Use washers and a wheel nut and pull the new stud into the hub.
2. Install the brake rotor. Refer to Front Brake Rotor Replacement (Service and Repair).
3. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair).
4. Lower the vehicle.