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Removal Procedure

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    IMPORTANT: The wheel bearing in the rear wheel hub is integrated into one unit. The hub is non-serviceable. If the hub and/or bearing is damaged, replace the complete hub and bearing assembly.
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  3. Remove the brake rotor. Refer to Brake Rotor Replacement - Rear (J65, JL9) in Disc Brakes.
  4. Fig 1: Rear Wheel Speed Sensors Component View
    GM305363Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the ABS electrical connector from the wheel speed sensor (1), if equipped.
  6. Remove the mounting bolts from the rear bearing/hub (4).
  7. Fig 2: Identifying Backing Plate & Wheel Bearing/Hub
    GM1228560Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the wheel bearing/hub (3) and the backing plate (2).