Wheel Stud Replacement for Chevrolet Malibu 2003

Tools Required

J 43631 Ball Joint Separator

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

Notice: Do not hammer on brake drum as damage to the bearing or deformation of the drum could result.

3. Remove the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement in Drum Brakes.



4. Remove the wheel stud (2) using the J 43631 .
5. Dispose of the stud (2).

1. Install a new stud. Insert the stud from the back side of the hub.
2. Install 4 flat washers (1) on the stud.
3. Install the wheel nut (2) with the flat side toward the washers (1).
4. Tighten the nut (2) until the stud head is properly seated in the hub flange.
5. Remove the nut (2) and washers (1).
6. Install the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement in Drum Brakes.
7. Install the wheel and tire assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.