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Wheel Bearing

  1. Raise and support vehicle. Remove wheel assembly. On models with locking hubs, remove locking hub. See LOCKING HUB under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION  in this article.
  2. On all other models, remove cap from drive axle flange. Remove snap ring from drive axle shaft. See Figure. Remove drive axle flange retaining bolts. Remove drive axle flange.
  3. On all models, remove brake caliper or ensure brake pads are not contacting rotor. Using spring scale attached to wheel stud, measure starting torque required to rotate the rotor.
  4. Starting torque should be 2.2-6.6 lbs. (1-3 kg). If adjustment is required, bend lock washer away from lock nut. Remove bearing lock nut and lock washer.
  5. Using Socket (09941-58010) and ft. lb. torque wrench, tighten bearing nut to 58 ft. lbs. (79 N.m) while spinning hub assembly.
  6. Loosen bearing nut. Using INCH lb. torque wrench, tighten bearing nut to 84-120 INCH lbs. (9-13 N.m). Install lock washer and lock nut. Tighten lock nut to 65 ft. lbs. (88 N.m). Bend tab on lock washer against lock nut.
  7. Using spring scale, recheck starting torque. Starting torque should be 2.2-6.6 lbs. (1-3 kg). Reverse removal procedures. Apply Sealing Compound 366E (99000-31090) to hub and drive axle flange prior to installation (if equipped). Tighten bolts to specification.
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