Rear

CAUTION: Leave the nuts on the ball joint studs until removing the axle assembly. This will keep the axle weight distributed evenly and prevent damage to the link bushings.





REMOVAL / INSPECTION / INSTALLATION
1. Follow steps in the illustration for removal, referring to the removal note.
2. Follow removal notes in reverse order for installation, referring to the installation note.

Removal Note





Brake Caliper Assembly 1
Suspend the brake caliper assembly as shown in the illustration.





ABS Sensor Rotor 16

NOTE: The sensor rotor does not need to be removed unless you are replacing it.

Remove the sensor rotor by using a chisel.





Hub bolt 17

NOTE: The hub bolts do not need to be removed unless you are replacing them.

Press out the hub bolts.

Installation Note





Hub bolt 17
Press in new hub bolts.





ABS Sensor Rotor 16
1. Install a new rear ABS sensor rotor onto the wheel hub.

NOTE: The ABS sensor rotor can be installed in either direction.

2. Using a steel plate and the SST, press the rotor on until it is flush with the wheel hub.





Locknut 3
Install a new locknut and stake it, as shown. Tighten to 177 - 235 Nm (131 - 173 ft. lbs.).