Wheel Bearings, Servicing

Wheel bearings, servicing

Wheel bearings, vehicles with front wheel drive, servicing

Note:
- The descriptions and illustrations are for vehicles with disc brakes.
- Wheel fittings for vehicles with drum brakes is the same.
- All tightening torques and notes are therefore valid for vehicles with drum brakes.





1. Phillips-head screw

2. Brake disc

3. Dust cap
- Always replace
A perfect seal is only achieved using a new dust cap.
Only then is an optimum function and long service life guaranteed.

4. Self-locking 12-point nut, 175 Nm (129 ft lb)
- Always replace

5. Wheel hub with wheel bearings
The wheel bearing and wheel hub are installed together in housing.
This wheel bearing/hub unit is maintenance and adjustment free. Adjusting and servicing is not possible!

6. Axle beam

7. Brake caliper
- Servicing - Refer to Brakes and Traction Control; Servicing rear brakes (disc brakes)

8. Stub axle
- Straightening operations are not allowed
- Recutting the thread is not allowed!