Front

Wheel Stud Replacement

Tools Required
^ J43631 Ball Joint Remover

Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Remove the brake rotor.





4. Remove the wheel stud from the hub flange using the J43631.
5. Remove the wheel stud from the hub flange.

Installation Procedure
1. Install the new stud into the hub flange hole using firm hand pressure.
2. Install 4 washers to the new wheel stud.





3. Thread a wheel nut onto the new stud with the flat side facing the front hub flange.
4. Tighten the lug nut until the stud contacts the back of the hub flange.
5. Remove the wheel nut.
6. Remove the washers.
7. Install the brake rotor.
8. Install the tire and wheel.
9. Remove the safety stands.
10. Lower the vehicle.