Wheel Stud: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install a replacement stud in the wheel hub.
- Add enough washers in order to draw the stud into the hub.
- Install the wheel nut with the flat side against the washers.
- Tighten the wheel nut until the wheel stud is fully seated against the hub flange.
- Back off the wheel nut and remove the washers.
- Install the backing plate. See REAR DISC BRAKE BACKING PLATE .
- Install the rear wheel bearing/hub assembly. See WHEEL BEARING/HUB (REAR) .
- Install the tire and wheel assembly.
- Lower the vehicle.
NOTE:
Fully seat the wheel stud against the hub flange.