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Special Tools

J-42450-A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit

Removal Procedure

Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning in the Preface section.

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
  2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.

  3. Object Number: 2178333  Size: SH
  4. Remove and discard the brake drum retainers (1), if equipped.

  5. Object Number: 2178335  Size: SH
  6. Remove the brake drum (1).
  7. If the brake shoes prevent the brake drum from being removed, retract the brake shoe adjuster. Refer to Drum Brake Adjustment.

Installation Procedure

  1. Using the J-42450-A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit , remove any corrosion from the rear axle flange contact surface.

  2. Object Number: 2178335  Size: SH
  3. Install the brake drum (1).
  4. Adjust the drum brakes. Refer to Drum Brake Adjustment.
  5. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.