Wheel Stud / Lug Nut: Service and Repair

Wheel Stud Replacement

Special Tools

J 43631 Ball Joint Remover

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement (Service and Repair).

Warning

If one stud is damaged, replace all the studs. A loose-running wheel may cause only one stud to break, but the other studs could have internal fatigue. Replacing only the broken stud and remounting the wheel may cause further damage and personal injury. If the stud holes in the wheels have become enlarged or distorted, replace the wheel.

2. Install 2 wheel nuts onto 2 wheel studs.
3. Use a pry bar on the 2 nuts in order to prevent the hub from turning.




4. Use the J 43631 in order to remove the stud.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the wheel stud (3) into the stud hole.
2. Install 3 washers (1) and a wheel nut (2) onto the stud.
3. Install 2 wheel nuts onto 2 studs.
4. Use a pry bar on the 2 nuts in order to prevent the hub from turning.
5. Tighten the wheel nut in order to seat the stud.
6. Remove the 3 wheel nuts and the 3 washers.
7. Install the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement (Service and Repair).