Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Front

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Pontiac G5 Pursuit, 2007 Pontiac G5, and 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Front

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (4 Lug Wheel) or Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (5 Lug Wheel) . Remove the front brake rotor. Refer to Front Brake Rotor Replacement .
1	Wheel Drive Shaft Retaining Nut NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tighten: 110 N.m (81 lb ft)
2	Wheel Speed Sensor Connector Tip: If equipped, during removal, note the orientation of the wheel speed sensor pigtail.
3	Wheel Bearing/Hub Assembly Bolt (Qty: 3) NOTE: This is a self-retaining fastener joint that does not require thread locking compounds. Do not attempt to clean the threads with a standard tap. If a standard tap is used, damage to the joint threads will occur. Tighten: 115 N.m (85 lb ft)
4	Wheel Bearing/Hub Assembly Tip: In order to disengage the wheel driveshaft from the wheel bearing/hub assembly, use one of the following tools: J 28733-B Wheel Hub Remover, 7208A Hub remover - OTC, CJ129 Universal Hub Puller - Snap-On, 7394 Universal Hub Puller - OTC. See Special Tools .
5	Wheel Bearing/Hub Assembly Spacer Tip: Note the orientation of the bearing/hub spacer during removal to aid in installation.