Front

Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. Remove wheel and tire using power tool.
2. For 4X4 models, remove engine undercover using power tool.
3. Without disassembling the hydraulic lines, remove torque member bolts using power tool. Then reposition brake caliper aside with wire. Refer to Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper and Disc Rotor.

NOTE: Do not press brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.





4. Put alignment mark on disc rotor and wheel hub and bearing assembly, then remove disc rotor.
5. For 4X4 models, remove cotter pin, then remove lock nut from drive shaft using power tool.
6. For 4X4 models, remove drive shaft from wheel hub and bearing assembly.
7. Remove ABS sensor.
^ Inspect the ABS sensor O-ring, replace the ABS sensor assembly if damaged.
^ Clean the ABS sensor hole and mounting surface with a suitable brake cleaner and clean lint-free shop rag. Be careful that dirt and debris do not enter the axle bearing area.
^ Apply a coat of suitable grease to the ABS sensor O-ring and mounting hole.

CAUTION: Do not pull on the ABS sensor harness.

8. Remove wheel hub and bearing assembly bolts using power tool.
9. Remove splash guard and wheel hub and bearing assembly from steering knuckle.

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check for deformity, cracks and damage on each part, replace if necessary.

INSTALLATION





Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
^ When installing disc rotor on wheel hub and bearing assembly, position the disc rotor according to alignment mark. (When not using the alignment mark, refer to DISC ROTOR INSPECTION.)
^ When installing wheel and tire. Refer to Rotation.