Front

FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS/HUB

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

^ Tools Required
^ J 28733-B Front Hub Spindle Remover Front Hub Spindle Remover





1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Disconnect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector (2).





4. Remove the wheel speed sensor electrical connector from the bracket.
5. Remove the brake caliper bracket with the brake caliper.
6. Remove the brake rotor.
7. Remove the wheel drive shaft nut.





8. Use three wheel nuts in order to attach the J 28733-B Front Hub Spindle Remover to the wheel bearing/hub.
9. Use the J 28733-B Front Hub Spindle Remover in order to push the wheel drive shaft out of the wheel bearing/hub.





10. Remove and DISCARD the wheel bearing/hub bolts.

IMPORTANT: Ensure that the wheel drive shaft outer seal (boot) is not damaged.

11. Remove the wheel bearing/hub.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE





1. Install the wheel bearing/hub.

CAUTION: These fasteners MUST be replaced with new fasteners anytime they become loose or are removed. Failure to replace these fasteners after they become loose or are removed may cause loss of vehicle control and personal injury.

NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install NEW wheel bearing/hub bolts.
^ Tighten the NEW wheel bearing/hub bolts to 130 Nm (96 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the wheel drive shaft nut.





4. Install the brake rotor.
5. Install the brake caliper bracket with the brake caliper.

IMPORTANT: Ensure that the connector clip engages the bracket properly.

6. Install the wheel speed sensor electrical connector to the bracket.





7. Connect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector (2).
8. Install the tire and wheel.
9. Lower the vehicle.