Rear Suspension

Wheel Stud Replacement

Special Tools

J 35917 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 Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (J55) (Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (J55))Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (JL9) (Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (JL9)).




4. Using the J 35917, remove the wheel stud at the inner most notch in the knuckle on the caliper side of the steering knuckle.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the new wheel stud.
2. Using washers and a wheel nut, pull the wheel stud in position.
3. Install the brake rotor. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (J55) (Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (J55))Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (JL9) (Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (JL9)).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

4. Install the brake caliper and bolts. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (J55) (Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (J55))Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (JL9) (Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (JL9)).
5. Install the wheel and the tire. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair).
6. Lower the vehicle.