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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the new stud from the back side of the hub.
  2. Install flat washers on the wheel stud.

    Important:  Ensure that the wheel stud is fully seated against the wheel hub flange.

  3. With the flat side of a wheel nut against the washers, tighten the wheel nut until the wheel stud head seats against the wheel hub flange.
  4. Install the brake rotor. Refer to Brake Rotor REMOVAL (FRONT) in Disc Brakes.
  5. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
  6. Lower the vehicle.
    Fig 1: Installing New Stud From Back Side Of Hub
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