Front Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub Inspection

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Check noise and smooth wheel rotation by rotating wheel. If defective, replace bearing.

Fig 1: Checking Front Wheel Bearing
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Measure thrust play of wheel hub with dial gauge as shown in figure. When the thrust play exceeds limit, replace wheel bearing and wheel hub.
Front wheel hub thrust play limit "a"

: 0.1 mm (0.004 in.)

Fig 2: Checking Front Wheel Hub Thrust Play Limit
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