Removal 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.
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Remove the brake rotor. 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.
- Remove the axle nut dust cover (4).
- Remove the cotter pin (2) and retainer (3) from the wheel drive shaft nut.
- Remove the wheel drive shaft retaining nut.
- Remove the wheel hub and bearing retaining bolts.
- Separate the wheel drive shaft from the wheel hub and bearing using J 45859 (2) or equivalent.
- Remove the wheel hub and bearing (1) from the vehicle.
NOTE:
Refer to Rear Wheel Steering Lifting and Jacking Notice in Cautions and Notices.