Preliminary Procedures

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.
3. Remove the brake caliper bracket. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement.
4. Remove the brake rotor. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement.
5. Remove the wheel speed sensor. Refer to Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement.
6. Remove the wheel drive shaft retaining nut. Refer to Rear Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement

1

Rear Wheel Bearing/Hub Bolt (Qty: 4)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Procedure

1. Use the proper cleaner to the thread of the bolts
2. Apply thread locker to the wheel bearing/hub bolts. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers.

Tip
Allow the threadlocker to set for 10 minutes before using.

Tighten
75 N·m (55 lb ft)

2

Wheel Bearing/Hub

Tip
If removing the wheel bearing/hub assembly to service other components, use caution as not to damage the wheel bearing/hub assembly.