Wheel Hub: Service and Repair

FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS/HUB





Removal Procedure
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Remove the brake caliper (3) from its mounting.
4. Support the brake caliper (3) on the steering knuckle using mechanics wire.
5. Remove the brake rotor (5) from the wheel bearing hub (4).
6. Disconnect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector.
7. Remove the wheel bearing hub bolts (6 and 7) and wheel speed sensor wire bracket (8).
8. Pull the wheel bearing hub (4) from the steering knuckle (1).





Installation Procedure
1. Align the wheel bearing hub (4) to the steering knuckle (1).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the wheel bearing hub bolts (6 and 7) and wheel speed sensor wire bracket (8).
- Tighten the wheel bearing hub bolts (6 and 7) to 86 Nm (63 lb ft).
3. Connect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector. Attach the wheel speed sensor wire to the bracket (8).
4. Install the brake rotor (5) to the wheel bearing hub (4).
5. Remove the brake caliper (3) from the mechanics wire support.
6. Install the brake caliper (3) to its mounting.
7. Install the tire and the wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
8. Lower the vehicle.