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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the special security wheel lock nut, if equipped. Use the special security wheel lock key, which is located in the front floor console.
  3. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.

  4. Object Number: 181077  Size: SH
  5. Remove the brake caliper (3). Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement in Disc Brakes.
  6. Remove the brake rotor (5). Refer to Brake Rotor Replacement in Disc Brakes.
  7. Disconnect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector. Refer to Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement in Antilock Brake System. Set the connector aside.
  8. Remove the bolts/screws (6) from the hub (4).
  9. Pull the hub from the spindle.
  10. If the hub is difficult to remove, use a slide hammer and adapter attached to the wheel studs.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 181077  Size: SH
  1. Position the hub (4) to the spindle.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the bolts and the screws (6).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts/screws to 86 N·m (63 lb ft).

    Important: The wheel speed sensor electrical connector must be connected to the wheel speed sensor wire bracket (8) and to the wheel speed sensor. Otherwise the wires may be damaged.

  5. Connect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector. Refer to Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement in Antilock Brake System.
  6. Install the brake rotor (5). Refer to Brake Rotor Replacement in Disc Brakes.
  7. Install the brake caliper (3). Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement in Disc Brakes.
  8. Install the tire and the wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  9. Install the special security wheel lock nut, if equipped. Use the special security wheel lock key, which is located in the front floor console.
  10. Lower the vehicle.