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Front Wheel Hub, Measuring Lateral Runout






Front wheel hub, measuring lateral runout

Special tools:
999 5418 Measuring kit 999 5418 Measuring Kit
999 5507 SCREW SET 999 5507 Screw Set

Preparations




Take out measurement tool set 999 5418 Measuring kit 999 5418 Measuring Kit.

Remove:
- the wheel
- the mounting screws for the brake caliper holder. Hang the brake caliper from the spring using a wire.

Remove the brake disc

Install the bracket included in the test equipment
See Brake disc front, calibrating. Brake Disc Front, Calibrating

Install the dial gauge




Install the dial gauge in the bracket as illustrated.

Measure the lateral run out




Put the test gauge point against the hub flange as illustrated.
Rotate the hub gently. Use a socket to help.
Note the test gauge run-out. Hub maximum lateral runout: 0.020 mm.
If lateral run-out exceeds the value, replace the hub.
To replace the hub, see Replacing the front wheel hub Front Wheel Hub, Replacing

Finishing work





Remove the test equipment

Install:
- the brake disc. Tighten the locating pin. Tighten to 8 Nm
- the brake caliper and the caliper holder. Tighten to 100 Nm.

Note! Use new mounting screws.

Install the wheel
Installing wheels Service and Repair