Wheel Hub: Service and Repair
Wheel Bearing, Hub, Knuckle, Upper Arm and Lower Arm-FrontNOTE: Use the hex holding feature to prevent the stud from turning while removing the nut from ball joints and stabilizer bar links
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position on a hoist.
2. If removing an upper arm remove the shock absorber and spring assembly.
3. To remove individual suspension components only carry out the listed steps.
4. Illustration 1 of 2. Remove the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.
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Part 2 Of 3:
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5. Illustration 2 of 2. Remove the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Item 2: Brake Caliper, Pads, and Anchor Plate Removal Note
1. CAUTION: Do not allow the brake caliper to hang from the hose or damage to the hose can occur.
Position the caliper, pads and anchor plate aside.
Item 20: Lower Arm-to-Frame Bolt Removal Note
1. Remove the screws, pushpins and shield to gain access to the bolt.
Item 21: Lower Arm-to-Frame Bolt Removal Note
1. Remove the nuts and bolts, position the steering gear aside, and then remove the lower arm bolt.
Item 22: Lower Arm RH/LH Installation Note
1. Check and, if necessary, align the front end.
Item 19: Lower Arm-to-Frame Nuts Installation Note
1. Do not tighten until the installation procedure is complete and the weight of the vehicle is resting on the wheel and tire assemblies.
Item 14: Upper Arm RH/LH Installation Note
1. Check and, if necessary, align the front end.
Item 12: Upper Arm-to-Body Nuts Installation Note
1. Do not tighten until the installation procedure is complete and the weight of the vehicle is resting on the wheel and tire assemblies.
Item 7: Wheel Bearing and Hub Assembly Installation Note
1. Apply a light coat of lubricant to the bearing/knuckle mating surfaces.