Rear Suspension

Wheel Stud Replacement

Tools Required

J 43631 Ball Joint Remover


Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair) .
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair) .
3. Remove the brake rotor. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (Service and Repair) .




4. Using the J 43631 , remove and discard the wheel stud.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the NEW wheel stud into the wheel bearing hub.
2. Add enough washers (3) in order to draw the stud into the hub.
3. Install the wheel nut (1) with the flat side against the washers.
4. Tighten the wheel nut (1) until the head of the wheel stud is fully seated against the back of the bearing hub flange.
5. Remove the wheel nut (1) and the washers (3).
6. Install the brake rotor. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (Service and Repair) .
7. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair) .
8. Lower the vehicle.