LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone
Home >> Chevrolet >> 2002 >> Blazer 4D Utility, 4WD, Part Time >> Repair and Diagnosis >> External Pages >> Different car >> Section 1040 (Rear Drive Axle) >> Repair Instructions >> Rear Axle Hub, Bearing, Cup, and/or Seal Replacement >> Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra, 2004 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2004 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Lubricate the following with a light coat of high melting point EP bearing lubricant:
    • The outer wheel bearing
    • The inner wheel bearing
    • The outer wheel bearing cup
    • The inner wheel bearing cup
    • The axle housing
  2. Install the outer bearing into the wheel hub.
    3. Fig 1: Wheel Hub Outer Bearing
    GM666187Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the outer bearing cup into the wheel hub.
    4. Fig 2: Wheel Hub Outer Bearing Cup
    GM666199Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Drive the bearing cup into the wheel hub using the J 44419  (2) and the J 8092  (1).
    5. Fig 3: Driving Bearing Cup Into Wheel Hub
    GM666203Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the retaining ring into the groove. Make sure the retaining ring is fully and evenly seated in the groove.
    6. Fig 4: Wheel Hub Retaining Ring
    GM666208Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the inner bearing cup.
    7. Fig 5: Wheel Hub Inner Bearing Cup
    GM666217Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Drive the inner bearing cup into the wheel hub using the J 24427  (2) and the J 8092  (1).
    8. Fig 6: Drive The Inner Bearing Cup Into The Wheel Hub Using J 24427 & J 8092
    GM666250Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the inner bearing.
    9. Fig 7: Wheel Hub Inner Bearing
    GM666251Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Each time you replace the wheel hub bearings, install a new oil seal in order to prevent the wheel hub from leaking.
  9. Install the new oil seal using the J 44420  (2) and the J 8092  (1).
    10. Fig 8: J 8092 & J 44420
    GM720311Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the rotor, if necessary. Refer to Brake Rotor Replacement - Rear (Except Dual Wheels or NYS) or Brake Rotor Replacement - Rear (W/Dual Wheels) or Brake Rotor Replacement - Rear (W/NYS) in Disc Brakes.
  11. Apply a light coat of high melting point EP bearing lubricant to the axle housing spindle.
  12. Install the wheel hub to the axle housing.
    13. Fig 9: Wheel Hub & Axle Housing
    GM685940Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Install the adjusting nut to the hub using the J 2222-C .
    14. Fig 10: Installing Adjusting Nut To Hub Using J 2222-C
    GM685938Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Adjust the wheel bearings. Refer to Wheel Bearing Adjustment .
  15. Install the axle shaft. Refer to Rear Axle Shaft and/or Gasket Replacement .
  16. Install the brake caliper. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement - Rear (1500 Series) or Brake Caliper Replacement - Rear (2500/3500 Series) in Disc Brakes.
  17. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  18. Inspect and add axle lubricant to the axle housing, if necessary. Refer to Lubricant Level Inspection - Rear Drive Axle (8.6 Inch Axle) , Lubricant Level Inspection - Rear Drive Axle (9.5, 10.5 Inch Axle) , Lubricant Level Inspection - Rear Drive Axle (9.75 Inch Axle)  or Lubricant Level Inspection - Rear Drive Axle (11.5 Inch Axle) .
  19. Lower the vehicle.
scientia non olet · About LEMON Manuals