Installation

Axle And Hub Components:

1. Install hub and rotor to the axle tube.

a. Be sure the bearings and the oil seal are positioned properly.
b. Apply a light coat of high melting point bearing lubricant to the contact surfaces and the outside of the axle tube.

2. Install thrust washer and adjusting nut.

Wheel Bearing Adjusting Nut:

3. Torque adjustment nut to 68 Nm (50 ft lb) while rotating wheel. Make sure bearing surfaces are in contact then back adjusting nut off 1/8 turn.
4. Install lock washer. Bend tangs of lock washer over flat of adjustment nut.
5. Install outer lock nut. Torque to 339 Nm (250 ft lb).
6. Install a new axle shaft gasket (if used) or apply RTV sealer.

Axle Shaft Removal And Installation:

7. Install axle shaft by tapping the axle into position using a slide hammer.
8. Install brake caliper. See Brake Caliper / Service and Repair. Service and Repair
9. Install tire and wheel assembly.
10. Lower vehicle.