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 .
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair) .
3. Remove the brake rotor. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (1500 Series) Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (2500 Series) .




4. Remove the wheel stud from the hub flange using the J 43631 .
5. Remove the wheel stud from the hub flange.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the new stud into the hub flange hole using firm hand pressure.
2. Install 4 washers to the new wheel stud.
3. Thread a wheel nut onto the new stud with the flat side facing the front hub flange .
4. Tighten the lug nut until the stud contacts the back of the hub flange.
5. Remove the wheel nut.
6. Remove the washers.
7. Install the brake rotor. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (1500 Series) Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (2500 Series) .
8. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair) .
9. Remove the safety stands.
10. Lower the vehicle.