Tools Required

J 28733-B Front Hub Spindle Remover

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the tire and the wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.

Important: Do NOT remove the nut at this time. Failure to follow the proper removal sequence may cause permanent bearing damage.

3. Loosen the drive axle shaft nut one turn. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement in Wheel Drive Shafts.



4. Remove the caliper and mounting bracket (5). Refer to Front Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement in Front Disc Brakes.
5. Remove the rotor (4). Refer to Front Brake Rotor Replacement in Front Disc Brakes.



6. Remove the drive axle shaft nut (1).
7. Loosen the hub/bearing to knuckle/strut attaching bolts.



8. Use the J 28733-B in order to push the axle splines back out of the hub/bearing.

Important: Protect the axle seals (boots) from damage during handling.

9. Remove the hub/bearing to knuckle attaching bolts.
10. Remove the ABS sensor mounting bolt and position the ABS sensor aside in order to prevent damage.
11. Remove the hub/bearing.
12. Inspect all components for wear or damage.

1. Install the hub/bearing onto the axle shaft splines.
2. Install the knuckle to hub/bearing attaching bolts. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement in Wheel Drive Shafts.
3. Properly position the ABS sensor and install the mounting bolt.



4. Install the following components:
5. Install the rotor (4). Refer to Front Brake Rotor Replacement in Front Disc Brakes.
6. Install the brake caliper and mounting bracket (5). Refer to Front Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement in Front Disc Brakes.




Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

7. Install a new drive axle nut.

Tighten
Tighten the drive axle nut (3) to 215 N·m(159 lb ft)

8. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
9. Lower the vehicle.