Wheel Bearing: Testing and Inspection

INSPECTION
1. Inspect each wheel disc for dents, distortion and cracks. A disc in badly damaged condition must be replaced.





2. Check wheel hub nuts for tightness and, as necessary, retighten to specification.

Tightening Torque (a): 95 Nm (69.0 ft. lbs.)





3. Check wheel bearings for wear. When measuring thrust play, apply a dial gauge to axle shaft center after removing wheel center cap from wheel disc.

Thrust play limit:
Rear: 0.8 mm (0.03 inch)

When measurement exceeds limit, replace bearing.





4. By rotating wheel actually, check wheel bearing for noise and smooth rotation. If it is defective, replace bearing.