Rear

WHEEL BEARING/HUB REPLACEMENT - REAR

Removal Procedure






1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Remove the brake drum.
4. Remove the plug from the drum brake actuator access hole in the backing plate. Using the access hole, install a support (1) for the brake backing plate.
5. Disconnect the electrical connector (2) from the wheel speed sensor, if equipped with ABS.
6. Remove the wheel bearing/hub assembly mounting nuts (3).






7. Remove the wheel bearing/hub assembly from the rear axle assembly and brake backing plate.

Installation Procedure






1. Install the wheel bearing/hub assembly to the brake backing plate and the rear axle assembly.






Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the wheel bearing/hub assembly mounting nuts (3) to the axle assembly. Tighten the nuts evenly, in a cross-pattern
- Tighten the nuts to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.) +30°.
3. Connect the electrical connector (2) to the wheel speed sensor, if equipped with ABS.
4. Remove the support (1) from the brake backing plate.
5. Install the plug to the drum brake actuator access hole in the backing plate.
6. Install the brake drum.
7. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
8. Lower the vehicle.