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Hub & Bearing Assembly: Removal

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  1. Raise and support vehicle. Remove wheel. Install modified CV Boot Protectors (J-34754) on axle shaft outer CV joint. Insert drift in brake rotor to prevent it from turning. Remove axle shaft nut and washer.
  2. Remove caliper and wire aside. Remove rotor. Disconnect ABS speed sensor connector and sensor from dust shield. Remove bolts, splash shield, and hub and bearing assembly. See Fig 1 .
  3. Place transaxle in Park. Use Front Hub Spindle Remover (J-28733-B ) to force axle away from hub. See Figure . Turn screw on remover until axle splines are just loose. Remove hub and bearing assembly.
    Fig 1: Exploded View Of Hub & Bearing Assembly (Typical)
    G95E13403Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.